Road work, expected to start in the coming weeks, will stop during the Skowhegan State Fair in August, according to state transportation officials.
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New turnpike director outlines goals for Maine’s ‘economic backbone’
Andre Briere, executive director of the Maine Turnpike Authority, said he’s committed to bolstering trust, transparency, efficiency — and service plaza food options.
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Maine Turnpike courts Shake Shack, Chick-fil-A for service plaza upgrades
The turnpike’s new executive director has reopened contract negotiations with the company that runs five service plazas along the toll highway.
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Bipartisan effort paves way for sustainable transportation in Maine | Opinion
The good work of Gov. Mills and the Joint Standing Committee on Transportation deserves recognition.
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Maine saw more tourists than expected over Memorial Day weekend
More than a million vehicles traveled on the Maine Turnpike from Friday to Monday. Could it be a good omen for the rest of the summer season?
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Rain expected to dampen Memorial Day traffic in Maine
Despite predicted stormy weather and lower traffic volumes, Friday will still be the busiest travel day on the Maine Turnpike over the holiday weekend.
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Bringing passenger train service back to Waterville is an idea to get on board with | Opinion
It would yield both economic and environmental benefits for the Elm City.
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Mainers roll with start of Real ID travel requirements
Lines are still long for some waiting for the enhanced identification at Bureau of Motor Vehicles offices.
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To move Maine forward, we must fill in the transportation gaps | Opinion
Expanding transportation options would open opportunities for families and the economy.
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Proposal for passenger rail to Bangor loses steam in committee
The Legislature’s transportation committee says LD 487 ‘ought not to pass,’ especially without assured funding from the Trump administration.