Officials and residents from communities along the corridor that runs along the Kennebec River say its use could bring significant economic benefits.
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In Washington County, getting from here to there isn’t so simple
The far-flung county with high poverty rates is searching for solutions to a lack of a comprehensive public transportation system.
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Posted inSchools and Education, Uncategorized
RSU 9 praises its transportation department
Regional School Unit 9 board of directors, along with Director of Transportation and Custodial Services Richard Joseph Jr., gave significant praise on Tuesday, April 11, to their staff for enduring staffing shortages, keeping expenses low and maintaining all routes for students.
Posted inLocal & State
Legislature considers big hike in fines for distracted driving
A proposal would hike penalty for drivers using mobile phones from $50 to $500 for a first offense.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Efficiency Maine may add electric bikes to its rebate program
Boosters say more e-bikes will help Maine meet climate action goals and help Mainers get around.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Downtown Waterville’s revamped traffic design has merchants looking at brighter days ahead
Business owners have largely praised downtown improvements and the new two-way traffic pattern, but city officials say some tweaks may be in order for the intersection adjacent to the Ticonic Bridge.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Gov. Mills’ budget calls for massive investment in roads, bridges
The $400 million allocated for transportation projects would help unlock an estimated $1 billion in federal infrastructure spending, state officials say.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Waterville to host open house to get public input on downtown area
The open house is scheduled for 3 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at The Elm at 21 College Ave. and people are encouraged to stop in to learn about the planning process and give input on what they want to see downtown.
Posted inNation & World, New England
Critical report mandates improved safety on Boston subway
For years the system has neglected safety and maintenance to focus on long-term capital projects, federal transportation officials say.
Posted inBusiness, New England, News
Boston extends service cuts for subway, bus into the fall
Staffing shortages has caused the T to run at Saturday levels for most of the summer.