Transportation officials have rejected 7 bids for $28 million in road and bridge work so far this year because construction prices are outpacing state estimates.
Maine Department of Transportation
Posted inLocal & State, Times Record
Government forced to cover plaintiffs’ legal fees in Topsham bridge battle
A Portland judge ruled Friday that the government must cover 70% of Friends of Frank J. Wood Bridge’s legal fees after a lengthy battle over the future of the historical structure, but the bridge may still be replaced.
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Posted inLocal & State, Local Government, Morning Sentinel
Pittsfield council moves forward with state partnership on Main Street project
The Town Council this week decided to work with the state Department of Transportation on planning that will allow for a broader view of work that’s needed along Main Street downtown.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
GO MAINE ride-sharing program to highlight green travel options for any in-state vehicle trip
The program, which has promoted carpooling and vanpooling, is expanding its focus beyond daily commutes to meet the state climate goal of reducing the number of vehicle miles traveled in Maine.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Rapid I-295 bridge replacement wraps up with hours to spare
It took a three-day highway closure to tear down and replace one of Maine’s busiest sections of road, the Veranda Street bridge in Portland.
Posted inLocal & State, Uncategorized
I-295 bridge complete, road reopens ahead of schedule
The rapid-fire demolition and replacement of an aging highway overpass in Portland closed a busy stretch of highway for three days.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Workers make headway on big I-295 bridge replacement project in Portland
Gov. Janet Mills tours the Veranda Street site and says she is pleased with the rapid progress that’s been made so far.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Rain damage will leave Alexander Reed Road in Richmond closed until September
The Maine Department of Transportation announced the update Tuesday after the culvert collapsed Friday morning from rainfall, with repairs expected to cost $1.2 million.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Road work planned on Interstate 95 from Waterville to Pittsfield
The work by the state Department of Transportation will include paving and striping from Waterville to Pittsfield and will include paving on- and off-ramps.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Potholes, road salt and climate change: Warmer Maine winters raise new concerns
Rising average temperatures are expected to create more safety hazards for motorists and more pollution for Maine.