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Expanding broadband must be priority for eastern Maine

Nov 20, 2023

Expanding broadband must be priority for eastern Maine

Lee Umphrey is the president and CEO of Eastern Maine Development Corp., which is responsible for developing a comprehensive economic development plan for eastern Maine.

Making Broadband Affordable

Nov 17, 2023

Making Broadband Affordable

It Takes All Kinds: Maine’s Diverse Broadband Programs

Nov 14, 2023

It Takes All Kinds: Maine’s Diverse Broadband Programs

Maine Connectivity Authority puts all options on the table to expand broadband in Maine

Nov 7, 2023

Maine Connectivity Authority puts all options on the table to expand broadband in Maine

White House wants $56 billion from Congress for disaster relief, child care and high-speed Internet

Oct 25, 2023

White House wants $56 billion from Congress for disaster relief, child care and high-speed Internet

Work on fiber-optic network for Brooks and Waldo set to begin in 2024

Oct 24, 2023

Work on fiber-optic network for Brooks and Waldo set to begin in 2024

Universal connectivity must be for all of Maine

Oct 22, 2023

Universal connectivity must be for all of Maine

Nicholas MacDonald is a lecturer of small business management at the University of Maine at Machias. He previously worked for Machias Savings Bank.

Letter: Extend critical internet connectivity funding

Oct 20, 2023

Letter: Extend critical internet connectivity funding

In this Aug. 22, 2023, file photo, Easton Town Clerk Cheryl Clark works at her desk at the Easton Town Office. Easton has just completed its expansion of the broadband interest services this year. Credit: Paul Bagnall / The Star-Herald

Letter from 32 U.S. Senators Calling for Extended ACP Funding

Oct 19, 2023

Letter from 32 U.S. Senators Calling for Extended ACP Funding

Including Senator Angus King

Mills Administration Marks Two Years of Workforce and Economic Investments by the Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan

Oct 18, 2023

Mills Administration Marks Two Years of Workforce and Economic Investments by the Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan

Congress can’t leave Mainers in the digital darkness

Oct 14, 2023

Congress can’t leave Mainers in the digital darkness

Myles Smith is the executive director of the Maine Broadband Coalition. The coalition includes regional economic development authorities, health and education providers, community leaders, and small- and medium-sized Internet Service Providers.

Press Release: E-ACAM Will Help Fund TDS Fiber Upgrades in Maine

Oct 10, 2023

Press Release: E-ACAM Will Help Fund TDS Fiber Upgrades in Maine

Press Release: Broadband Affordability Program Reaches Thousands of Maine Families

Oct 9, 2023

Press Release: Broadband Affordability Program Reaches Thousands of Maine Families

More Households Are Eligible for a Benefit to Help Pay for Internet Service

Broadband expansion in Maine

Sep 18, 2023

Broadband expansion in Maine

The head of the Maine Connectivity Authority discusses efforts to increase access to affordable and reliable high-speed internet throughout the state. We'll learn about efforts underway, funding sources, potential roadblocks, and the work being done beyond the wires to build out the internet and digital equity across the state.

Letter to the editor: Congressional leaders must fund Affordable Connectivity Program

Sep 5, 2023

Letter to the editor: Congressional leaders must fund Affordable Connectivity Program

If it’s allowed to expire, it will threaten the connectivity of over 20 million American households enrolled in the program, including about 90,000 in Maine, as well as our rural broadband efforts.

Searsport news: High-speed internet access now available everywhere in Searsport!

Sep 4, 2023

Searsport news: High-speed internet access now available everywhere in Searsport!

Official Gig Town

Broadband subsidy program that millions use will expire next year if Congress doesn’t act

Aug 26, 2023

Broadband subsidy program that millions use will expire next year if Congress doesn’t act

One of the programs set up to ensure affordable internet for all is set to run out by the middle of 2024.

Southport Memorial Library receives digital equity grant funds

Aug 24, 2023

Southport Memorial Library receives digital equity grant funds

Julie Casson, right, Community Digital Planner, Coastal Maine Regional Broadband presents a check to Southport Memorial Library Director Jen Britton.

How the Maine Connectivity Authority is helping improve access to high-speed internet

Aug 22, 2023

How the Maine Connectivity Authority is helping improve access to high-speed internet

The Affordable Connectivity Program, ACP, will pay up to $75 per month for eligible households.

Maine Submitted its BEAD 5-Year Action Plan to the NTIA

Aug 18, 2023

Maine Submitted its BEAD 5-Year Action Plan to the NTIA

Maine is one of the first states to submit its plan to the NTIA, following Delaware.

Coastal Maine Regional Broadband gives Wiscasset Public Library $2K

Aug 18, 2023

Coastal Maine Regional Broadband gives Wiscasset Public Library $2K

Pamela Dunning, director of Wiscasset Public Library, receives the grant award from Julie Casson, community digital planner, Coastal Maine Regional Broadband.

Recent $272 million award to boost western Maine broadband initiatives

Aug 6, 2023

Recent $272 million award to boost western Maine broadband initiatives

This money will be leveraged by the Maine Connectivity Authority to incentivize internet service providers to expand into underserved areas in the state.

Expanding high-speed internet to Maine’s rural communities

Aug 2, 2023

Expanding high-speed internet to Maine’s rural communities

Broadband expansion in Jefferson may be model for other towns

Aug 2, 2023

Broadband expansion in Jefferson may be model for other towns

It's seen by the head of Maine's statewide broadband agency as an example of the kind of work needed in many parts of Maine to bring broadband to all.

Wilton votes to accept MCA grant

Jul 20, 2023

Wilton votes to accept MCA grant

With the acceptance of the MCA grant on Tuesday, July 18, the Select Board will be able to move forward with Matrix Design Group to bring high-speed internet to Wilton.

Our View: Major federal connectivity grant has to go a long way

Jul 13, 2023

Our View: Major federal connectivity grant has to go a long way

Reaching 94,000 Maine homes and businesses that currently have unreliable internet or none at all is but one piece of a tricky puzzle.

Broadband Funds Could Improve Mental Health Care in Rural ME

Jul 10, 2023

Broadband Funds Could Improve Mental Health Care in Rural ME

Internet training can help make broadband connections a reality

Jul 9, 2023

Internet training can help make broadband connections a reality

Press Release: Maine Receives ‘Transformational,’ ‘Historic’ Funding to Expand Access to Quality Internet

Jun 29, 2023

Press Release: Maine Receives ‘Transformational,’ ‘Historic’ Funding to Expand Access to Quality Internet

OPINIONS: Internet access for many may be at risk

Jun 28, 2023

OPINIONS: Internet access for many may be at risk

Rural states likely to benefit the most from funds to improve broadband access

Jun 28, 2023

Rural states likely to benefit the most from funds to improve broadband access

Maine will get $272 million in federal funds to expand broadband

Jun 27, 2023

Maine will get $272 million in federal funds to expand broadband

More than $42 billion has been allocated nationwide to expand high-speed internet access, and Maine's share is the largest of any state in New England.

$272M federal grant to expand broadband access will reshape internet access in Maine, officials say

Jun 26, 2023

$272M federal grant to expand broadband access will reshape internet access in Maine, officials say

'A tremendous opportunity:' Maine to get $272M for broadband expansion

Jun 26, 2023

'A tremendous opportunity:' Maine to get $272M for broadband expansion

Hundreds of millions of dollars coming to Maine to improve high speed internet

Jun 26, 2023

Hundreds of millions of dollars coming to Maine to improve high speed internet

Maine Receives $272 Million in Federal Funding to Expand Broadband

Jun 26, 2023

Maine Receives $272 Million in Federal Funding to Expand Broadband

The largest Federal investment Maine has ever received for broadband expansion is made possible by Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and will help Maine reach Governor Mills’ statewide connectivity goal

Two more communities joining Downeast Broadband Utility internet network

Jun 26, 2023

Two more communities joining Downeast Broadband Utility internet network

Princeton and Cooper will become part of the Washington County-based network, providing a needed and appreciated service.

Washington County will help launch National Digital Navigators Corps

Jun 24, 2023

Washington County will help launch National Digital Navigators Corps

When the pandemic hit, a digital equity center in Downeast Maine helped older residents learn how to use the internet to stay connected and informed. Now a national grant program will give them the chance to train more residents.

Maine Drafts a Five-Year Broadband Action Plan

Jun 22, 2023

Maine Drafts a Five-Year Broadband Action Plan

All 50 states are currently working on Five-Year Action Plans for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. As they release draft plans, the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society is sharing summaries focused on how states define their broadband goals and priorities.

Hiding in Plain Site: Women Are Part of ‘Invisible’ Labor Market Building Maine’s Fiber Networks

Jun 21, 2023

Hiding in Plain Site: Women Are Part of ‘Invisible’ Labor Market Building Maine’s Fiber Networks

Maine’s ambitious broadband expansion is creating demand for more workers to hang fiber. Women are increasingly responding to the opportunity.

UScellular bringing low-cost, high-speed internet connectivity to Piscataquis and Somerset counties

Jun 20, 2023

UScellular bringing low-cost, high-speed internet connectivity to Piscataquis and Somerset counties

Maine Connectivity Authority unveils plan for broadband expansion

Jun 19, 2023

Maine Connectivity Authority unveils plan for broadband expansion

$930 million in grants announced in Biden’s effort to expand internet access to every home in the US

Jun 16, 2023

$930 million in grants announced in Biden’s effort to expand internet access to every home in the US

President Joe Biden delivers remarks at the Safer Communities Summit at the University of Hartford in West Hartford, Conn., on June 16.

Maine Delegation Announces More than $30 Million to Support Universal Broadband Access in Maine

Jun 16, 2023

Maine Delegation Announces More than $30 Million to Support Universal Broadband Access in Maine

The delegation supported the bipartisan infrastructure law, which includes money for broadband expansion in Maine.

Senator Collins was a member of the core group of 10 Senators who negotiated the infrastructure package and led the broadband negotiation with Senator Shaheen; Grant program is based on King-led legislation to connect internet carriers to networks in underserved communities.

Press Release: Maine Awarded Major $30 Million Broadband Grant

Jun 16, 2023

Press Release: Maine Awarded Major $30 Million Broadband Grant

Competitive Award to Accelerate Access to Quality Internet

Maine's Vision of Digital Equity

Jun 16, 2023

Maine's Vision of Digital Equity

All 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico are currently working on digital equity plans. As they release draft plans seeking public feedback, the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society is sharing summaries focused on how states define their digital divides and their vision for reaching digital equity.

Maine wants to use $200 million to expand broadband access, starting where it’s needed most

Jun 14, 2023

Maine wants to use $200 million to expand broadband access, starting where it’s needed most

The state is deciding how to use federal funds for improving high-speed internet access, and wants public input on some of the priorities that have been identified so far.

How 8 States Are Using Line Extension Programs to Connect Unserved Residents to Broadband

Jun 12, 2023

How 8 States Are Using Line Extension Programs to Connect Unserved Residents to Broadband

Initiatives bridge the gaps from individual homes and businesses to existing networks

State Officials Highlight Discrepancies Between Updated FCC Map and Ground Truth

Jun 9, 2023

State Officials Highlight Discrepancies Between Updated FCC Map and Ground Truth

There are ‘locations where we know it is not possible to receive that level of service,’ said Maine’s broadband authority.

Press Release: Maine Connectivity Authority Releases Draft 5-Year Broadband Action Plan for Feedback

Jun 9, 2023

Press Release: Maine Connectivity Authority Releases Draft 5-Year Broadband Action Plan for Feedback

New Broadband Action Plan will guide the investment of $200+ million in federal funding for digital equity and infrastructure

What’s New in Digital Equity: Maine Shares Digital Equity Drafts

Jun 8, 2023

What’s New in Digital Equity: Maine Shares Digital Equity Drafts

Plus, Detroit’s parks are getting public Wi-Fi; the White House has launched invest.gov; New York continues to up enrollment in broadband program; and more.

How State Broadband Offices Are Using Initial Dollars from Capital Projects Fund

May 23, 2023

How State Broadband Offices Are Using Initial Dollars from Capital Projects Fund

First half of allocations going to wide variety of initiatives to expand high-speed internet access

Media Advisory: Maine Connectivity Authority Celebrates Broadband Expansion in Franklin County

May 17, 2023

Media Advisory: Maine Connectivity Authority Celebrates Broadband Expansion in Franklin County

The Maine Connectivity Authority is joining community leaders in Franklin County to celebrate the completion of a nine-town broadband expansion project and a new grant award to Wilton to further expand broadband.

From the Island Institute: There’s “Wicked Fast Broadband on the Peninsula,” so now what?

May 17, 2023

From the Island Institute: There’s “Wicked Fast Broadband on the Peninsula,” so now what?

A regional victory and vision for highspeed internet access for all

Reach Me Grant will Help Expand Fiber to Unserved Areas in Six Towns

May 10, 2023

Reach Me Grant will Help Expand Fiber to Unserved Areas in Six Towns

The Maine Connectivity Authority launches Reach Me Line Extensions.

Media Advisory: Celebrate a Major Broadband Expansion Project with Pizza on the Peninsula!

May 8, 2023

Media Advisory: Celebrate a Major Broadband Expansion Project with Pizza on the Peninsula!

Maine Connectivity Authority launches new program to support broadband utility districts

May 6, 2023

Maine Connectivity Authority launches new program to support broadband utility districts

The Maine Connectivity Authority is launching a new program to provide targeted support to Broadband Utility Districts in Maine.

Maine’s First Ever Digital Equity Workshop Brought Together over 150 Stakeholders Throughout the State

May 4, 2023

Maine’s First Ever Digital Equity Workshop Brought Together over 150 Stakeholders Throughout the State

Digital Equity and Accessibility was the topic of the state’s first ever Digital Equity Workshop.

Press Release: Maine Connectivity Authority Launches New Program to Support Broadband Utility Districts

May 2, 2023

Press Release: Maine Connectivity Authority Launches New Program to Support Broadband Utility Districts

Broadband Utility Districts (BUDs) provide an ownership model that plays a critical role in helping enable regional scale impact for improved connectivity and digital equity in Maine.

There’s no one way to bring broadband to all of Maine

May 1, 2023

There’s no one way to bring broadband to all of Maine

MCA's President, Andrew Butcher's op-ed about how to offer balanced solutions to the goal of connecting all Mainers to reliable, high-speed internet by 2024.

Letter: Excited about future of broadband connectivity in Caribou

Apr 29, 2023

Letter: Excited about future of broadband connectivity in Caribou

Reach Me Line Extension awards in Caribou

TDS awarded more grant funding for Maine rural fiber broadband upgrades

Apr 26, 2023

TDS awarded more grant funding for Maine rural fiber broadband upgrades

The Maine Connectivity Authority awarded the new funding through its Reach Me program.

Press Release: New Grant Funding Expands Reliable Internet in 73 Maine Communities

Apr 24, 2023

Press Release: New Grant Funding Expands Reliable Internet in 73 Maine Communities

$20 Million ‘Reach Me’ Grants to be Matched by $13 Million in Private Investment

New grant funding expands reliable internet across Maine

Apr 24, 2023

New grant funding expands reliable internet across Maine

MCA announces Reach Me Line Extension program awards.

The U.S.’s $42.5 Billion High-Speed Internet Plan Hits a Snag: A Worker Shortage

Apr 23, 2023

The U.S.’s $42.5 Billion High-Speed Internet Plan Hits a Snag: A Worker Shortage

“There are limited dollars, so we have to make choices,” says Andrew Butcher, president of the Maine Connectivity Authority. “If labor access is prohibitive or even if just geographic conditions are prohibitive, we absolutely are going to need to evaluate how to deploy alternative solutions.”

Press Release: Maine Connectivity Authority Launches Statewide Initiative To Help Lower-Income Households Afford Reliable Internet

Apr 20, 2023

Press Release: Maine Connectivity Authority Launches Statewide Initiative To Help Lower-Income Households Afford Reliable Internet

A Coalition of Local Leaders and Community Partners Will Increase Awareness of Federal Program That Provides up to $30 per Month Toward High-Speed Home Internet.

Maine Connectivity Authority Launches Statewide Initiative To Help Lower-Income Households Afford Reliable Internet

Apr 20, 2023

Maine Connectivity Authority Launches Statewide Initiative To Help Lower-Income Households Afford Reliable Internet

The Mapping Dilemma: How Can States Ensure They Get The Best ‘Bang For Their Buck’?

Apr 20, 2023

The Mapping Dilemma: How Can States Ensure They Get The Best ‘Bang For Their Buck’?

MCA continues to grapple with mapping misalignments from the FCC and it relates to BEAD funding.

Maine Residents in Farmington and Blue Hill Peninsula Regions Can Now Get Multi-Gig Internet from Fidium Fiber

Apr 12, 2023

Maine Residents in Farmington and Blue Hill Peninsula Regions Can Now Get Multi-Gig Internet from Fidium Fiber

MCA-funded projects in the Blue Hill Peninsula area come to completion with residents accessing Fidium Fiber in the coming weeks. This will culminate in the MCA event: https://www.maineconnectivity.org/shine-share-event-rsvp-blue-hill

Maine’s rural landscape a catalyst for broadband deployment

Apr 12, 2023

Maine’s rural landscape a catalyst for broadband deployment

MCA's President, Andrew Butcher, names two key hurdles to broadband access in Maine: the sheer rurality of the state and, on a related note, community capacity to drive demand.

Digital Equity Planning Process Should Include Local Communities, Says NTIA Official

Apr 6, 2023

Digital Equity Planning Process Should Include Local Communities, Says NTIA Official

Maine has opted to combine our digital equity and infrastructure planning, so digital equity will be woven throughout the plan being developed by MCA and will also result in a separate stand alone digital equity plan for the state for the first time. The digital equity components of the Broadband Action Plan will be guided by the Digital Equity Taskforce and supported by the Regional and Tribal Broadband Partners.

Maine libraries become rural lifelines in telehealth transition

Apr 2, 2023

Maine libraries become rural lifelines in telehealth transition

Access to high-speed internet is not simply a modern luxury, but a way for people to access the resources they need. The Maine State Library's pilot telehealth program is one such example of how technology can support health equity. The Maine State Library system also partners with the MCA as part of our Digital Equity Task Force.

Regional Utility Districts Can Help Fill Gaps in Broadband Service

Mar 29, 2023

Regional Utility Districts Can Help Fill Gaps in Broadband Service

MCA continues to explore how we can support BUDs as a tool to getting high-speed internet to all Mainers. For more information, check out our webpage: https://www.maineconnectivity.org/buds

Spectrum invests $82M in Maine to expand broadband internet

Mar 23, 2023

Spectrum invests $82M in Maine to expand broadband internet

MCA attended a press conference in Augusta where Charter Communications announced its investment of over $80 million into broadband across Maine. By supporting public-private partnerships that leverage local resources with private investment, we can continue to enable a thriving and competitive broadband market in Maine that can address our goals of universal, affordable connectivity for everyone as soon as possible.

How Will States Determine Unserved Areas for BEAD? Two States Told Us Their Plans

Mar 20, 2023

How Will States Determine Unserved Areas for BEAD? Two States Told Us Their Plans

MCA"s President, Andrew Butcher, explains mapping challenges related to BEAD funding.

Maine Leaders Discuss Whether Public Broadband Investments Should Support National Private Providers

Mar 20, 2023

Maine Leaders Discuss Whether Public Broadband Investments Should Support National Private Providers

MCA continues to balance its mission to connect as many households as possible with high-speed internet as possible, with the desire of some communities to develop and fund their own infrastructure projects.

Regional coalitions seek public input on access to high-speed internet

Mar 15, 2023

Regional coalitions seek public input on access to high-speed internet

Regional and Tribal Broadband Partners, funded by MCA, work to ensure all voices are heard to inform the Broadband Action Plan by organizing in-person community listening sessions and focus groups.

Maine seeks input on how to spend $250M in federal broadband funds

Mar 15, 2023

Maine seeks input on how to spend $250M in federal broadband funds

MCA launches the Maine Broadband Survey to collect feedback which will inform the statewide Broadband Action Plan.

$17M grants to expand internet in Skowhegan, Canaan and 13 other locations

Mar 1, 2023

$17M grants to expand internet in Skowhegan, Canaan and 13 other locations

MCA Awards $8.8 million to Skowhegan and portions of Madison, Cornville, and Canaan through the Connect the Ready program.

Maine Connectivity Authority Board Response to Charter Communications Request

Feb 24, 2023

Maine Connectivity Authority Board Response to Charter Communications Request

At a recent MCA Board meeting, the Board of Directors discussed a recently drafted letter to Charter Communcations. The content is included below.

Over $10 million invested in broadband connectivity for several towns

Feb 16, 2023

Over $10 million invested in broadband connectivity for several towns

Maine Connectivity Authority and community members are celebrating more than 10-million dollars of investment for broadband expansion in Skowhegan, Madison, Cornville, and other communities.

Award of $8.8M means Skowhegan, surrounding towns to see high-speed internet service by next year

Feb 16, 2023

Award of $8.8M means Skowhegan, surrounding towns to see high-speed internet service by next year

The Maine Connectivity Authority has awarded the money to the towns through a partnership with Consolidated Communications.

Labor shortage could slow Maine’s broadband expansion

Feb 15, 2023

Labor shortage could slow Maine’s broadband expansion

A new report says Maine could soon face a shortage of as many as 4,400 workers in the industry, depending on how fast and extensively broadband access is expanded.

Study finds Maine needs at least 3,200 new workers to sustain existing broadband investments

Feb 14, 2023

Study finds Maine needs at least 3,200 new workers to sustain existing broadband investments

There's a new hurdle in the effort to expand broadband in Maine: a workforce shortage. A recent study suggests some 3,240 additional workers are needed for existing broadband investments across the state.

Capitalizing on the Moment: States Collaborate with Education Leaders on Digital Equity Plans

Feb 14, 2023

Capitalizing on the Moment: States Collaborate with Education Leaders on Digital Equity Plans

Direct Communications, Brooks, Waldo awarded $3 million broadband grant

Feb 9, 2023

Direct Communications, Brooks, Waldo awarded $3 million broadband grant

Direct Communications will install Fiber to the Premises, or direct fiber-optic connections, to 837 homes and businesses in these unserved areas.

Grants awarded to provide broadband in 31 communities

Jan 28, 2023

Grants awarded to provide broadband in 31 communities

Communities include Bancroft, Brookton, Danforth, Drew Plantation, Glenwood Plantation, Haynesville, Orient, Reed Plantation, and Weston.

Grants will bring high-speed internet to 16,000 homes and businesses in rural Maine

Jan 25, 2023

Grants will bring high-speed internet to 16,000 homes and businesses in rural Maine

Brookton and 10 surrounding communities will get high-speed broadband through an $8.1 million grant announced by the Maine Connectivity Authority this week.

$34M to boost broadband in 31 Maine communities

Jan 23, 2023

$34M to boost broadband in 31 Maine communities

The Maine Connectivity Authority announced more than $34 million in grant funding to expand broadband access in 31 communities across the state.

Local projects part of $34M awarded to expand broadband through Connect the Ready program

Jan 20, 2023

Local projects part of $34M awarded to expand broadband through Connect the Ready program

The Maine Connectivity Authority announced more than $34 million in grant funding to expand access to high-speed, reliable and affordable internet across Maine.

Press Release: $34 Million Awarded to Expand Broadband Through Connect the Ready Program

Jan 20, 2023

Press Release: $34 Million Awarded to Expand Broadband Through Connect the Ready Program

Maine Connectivity Authority Grants Support Expansion of Reliable,
High-Speed Internet in 31 Communities

Commentary: To secure the right federal funds for broadband, Maine needs the right mapping

Dec 21, 2022

Commentary: To secure the right federal funds for broadband, Maine needs the right mapping

Recently released federal broadband maps still miss some spots. The Maine Connectivity Authority's new tool allows members of the public to check if their home, camp or business is accurately recorded.

Maine Connectivity Authority announces $1 million for its Jumpstart Connectivity Initiative

Dec 20, 2022

Maine Connectivity Authority announces $1 million for its Jumpstart Connectivity Initiative

On Monday, Maine Connectivity Authority announced three awards totaling more than $1 million in funding for its Jumpstart Connectivity Initiative.

Press Release: Maine Connectivity Authority Announces $1M to help Jumpstart Connectivity in Hardest-to-Reach Communities

Dec 19, 2022

Press Release: Maine Connectivity Authority Announces $1M to help Jumpstart Connectivity in Hardest-to-Reach Communities

On Monday, the MCA announced three awards totaling more than $1 million in funding through the Jumpstart Connectivity Initiative

With access to reliable high-speed internet at stake, Mainers have a chance to ‘Correct the Dots’

Dec 16, 2022

With access to reliable high-speed internet at stake, Mainers have a chance to ‘Correct the Dots’

The Maine Connectivity Authority has launched a critical public education campaign called Correct the Dots, a call to action for individuals to check their addresses on new federal internet maps and to file a challenge if the information is incorrect.

With federal broadband funds coming, the Maine Connectivity Authority looks to fill in coverage gaps

Dec 13, 2022

With federal broadband funds coming, the Maine Connectivity Authority looks to fill in coverage gaps

The Maine Connectivity Authority has launched a critical public education campaign called the Correct the Dots challenge that will help the Federal Communications Commission in gathering the most accurate information about broadband accessibility and quality across the state.

Press Release: With Access to Reliable High-Speed Internet At Stake, Mainers Have a Chance to Correct the Dots

Dec 13, 2022

Press Release: With Access to Reliable High-Speed Internet At Stake, Mainers Have a Chance to Correct the Dots

The Maine Connectivity Authority has launched a critical public education campaign called Correct the Dots

Maine's broadband agency wants your help checking new federal access maps

Dec 13, 2022

Maine's broadband agency wants your help checking new federal access maps

Maine's broadband agency is asking residents to check the accuracy of federal coverage maps.

Biden-Harris Administration Awards More Than $5.5 Million to Maine in ‘Internet for All’ Planning Grants

Dec 8, 2022

Biden-Harris Administration Awards More Than $5.5 Million to Maine in ‘Internet for All’ Planning Grants

Maine is receiving $5,542,222.32 in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Officials announce grant to give internet for all Mainers

Dec 8, 2022

Officials announce grant to give internet for all Mainers

This money will go towards creating an action plan for the state to provide high-speed internet, targeting communities that would need such services.

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