Visitors are still coming, but higher gas and other prices have some reining in their spending.
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Portland City Council takes stand against Gorham Connector
The council unanimously passed a resolution this week calling on the Maine Turnpike Authority to halt work on the four-lane toll highway until a rapid transit study is completed.
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Maine Turnpike exit in Portland to close for 4 days next week
Exit 46, the one closest to the Portland International Jetport, will be closed Sunday night through Wednesday night for reconstruction.
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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.
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Change coming: Maine Turnpike plans to end cash toll collection
Technological advancements in recent decades have made the cash toll experience alien to many drivers.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook council votes in favor of proposed connector road
The Gorham-Exit 45 connector project would decrease heavy commuter traffic in the city and have few other impacts, officials say.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook council signals support of proposed connector road
The Gorham-Exit 45 connector project would decrease heavy commuter traffic in the city and have few other impacts, officials say.
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Rating agency expects Maine Turnpike to raise tolls by 29% in 2028
Fitch Ratings, a major bond rating agency, projects that the Turnpike will need to raise tolls to fund anticipated construction projects, including the Gorham connector.
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Investigators probe fire at Litchfield turnpike garage that caused millions of dollars in damages
Firefighters from at least 16 fire departments responded to the fire Thursday that burned down a wooden eight-bay garage at the Maine Turnpike Authority’s Litchfield facility.
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Biddeford, state officials studying ways to alleviate traffic congestion on Route 111
A public meeting is scheduled for Dec. 14 to gather feedback from commuters impacted by traffic conditions on Route 111 west of Exit 32.