A gap in funding is forcing the state to postpone road repairs just as construction season begins, leaving local contractors scrambling for answers.
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Posted inCommunity, News
Farmington selects firm for Main Street construction project
The $2.66 million contract for the Main Street Phase 1 rebuild will go to Scully Construction of Smithfield after answering questions about experience, staffing and project timelines.
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Posted inCommunity, News
Waterville, Winslow bridge to close for over a month
The bridge will also be closed overnight Thursday.
Posted inCommunity, News
Lane closures expected on Interstate 95 southbound in Sidney
The lane closures will allow testing and repair of roadway sensors installed along the interstate.
Posted inCommunity, News
Culvert replacement project to close Route 27 in Dresden
Drivers will be detoured during the 2-day closure.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine could soon add speed cameras to I-95 construction zones
Lawmakers have debated the highway speed camera plan, which has bipartisan support, since last year.
Posted inMaine, News
Crews removing Western Avenue temporary bridge over I-95 in Augusta
The $30 million bridge replacement project is expected to be completed this spring.
Posted inMaine
A Hallowell resident believes this road is his private land. He now has to sue the city to prove it.
An unpaved section of Outer Central Street could be the subject of a lawsuit against the city after Thursday’s Board of Appeals meeting.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Augusta voters approve borrowing $5.4M for roads, construction projects
Bond funds would pay for a ventilation system for public works facility, road reconstruction and improvement to the Augusta Civic Center.
Posted inMaine, News
Augusta voters to consider $5.4M loan for roads, civic center
The bond would also pay for a new ambulance, refurbishing a fire truck, and a ventilation system for the public works garage that may be replaced with a new facility.