Two Mainers and an unknown number of out-of-state contractors working on a Maine Veterans’ Homes facility in Augusta have tested positive for the coronavirus, the Maine CDC said.
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Safety work to close I-295 travel lanes and ramps north of Portland
Construction to add emergency pull-off areas on the busy stretch of highway and extend the on-ramps at exits 15 and 17 is underway and expected to go until July 3.
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More road work planned for Interstate 295 in Portland
The Maine Department of Transportation will take advantage of reduced traffic to repair highway bridges faster and cheaper.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Portland schools moving forward with construction projects
It is not yet known how the current health pandemic will impact the plan to renovate four Portland elementary schools.
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Maine construction industry slows down but keeps working
Construction companies and workers are taking new measures to keep job sites safe, but worry that updated coronavirus restrictions could halt projects.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Extra funds needed for Yarmouth intersection
The town- and state-funded project at Exit 17 went over budget.
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The decade in Maine business and economy
From the depths of the Great Recession, Maine’s economy began a steady rebound that has allowed some industries to flourish despite a growing worker shortage.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Efforts to revitalize South Portland’s Red Bank neighborhood move forward
Two new projects will add housing and reconstruct Westbrook Street.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Rep. Fecteau: Maine can’t wait to act on affordable housing
Bills addressing tax credits and local land-use policies could jump-start work on this issue.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Planners get first look at new Yarmouth public safety building
The hope is to break ground on the $8.5 million project in April 2020.