The city is moving forward with 2 new trails that will fill gaps in the trail network that runs along the outskirts of the city. Cycling advocates are lauding the effort as a step forward for safety and clean transportation.
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Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Yarmouth adopts policy to eliminate traffic deaths
The Yarmouth Town Council voted unanimously on Sept. 19 to commit to eliminating all traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2045 and to develop a local Vision Zero Policy in order to help achieve that goal. Yarmouth is the first municipality in Maine to take this step, according to Mike Tremblay, the vice chair of […]
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Grassroots group’s report sharply criticizes Gorham Connector proposal
Mainers for Smarter Transportation recommends alternatives to the project as Scarborough town councilors consider calling for changes to address growing public concerns.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
MaineCare patients, advocates say transportation company failing to live up to agreement
Patients say drivers with Modivcare, the largest non-emergency medical transportation broker in the country, are denying rides without explanation.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Breeze Airways to add another route between Portland and Florida
Starting Nov. 20, the airline will offer flights twice a week from Portland to Sarasota.
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Bath pastry maker clears obstacles for recent immigrants seeking jobs
Gagné Foods provides free transportation and makes adjustments to support the new Mainers who keep gourmet pastries rolling off the production line.
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Maine State Ferry Service hampered by staffing shortages
After repeated trip cancellations, the state-run ferry service in Penobscot Bay has contracted with an Indiana company to provide temporary workers.
Posted inBusiness, Uncategorized
Uber is locking out NYC drivers mid-shift to lower minimum pay
The lockouts, which began last month, are aimed at limiting how much non-passenger time drivers are able to log and be paid for.
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Commuter bus service between Portland, Lewiston-Auburn to start in July
The Maine Department of Transportation has awarded a $2.8 million contract to a Utah company to operate the 2-year pilot program.
Posted inScarborough Leader
In the Know: Town continues traffic improvement efforts and investments
The town continues to move forward with projects and initiatives intended to improve vehicular traffic flow and safety throughout Scarborough. Residents expressed a concern with traffic in both the 2021 and 2023 community-wide surveys. While the concerns were definitively noted over two years ago, adequately addressing and making improvements to major thoroughfares takes time – […]