GREENWOOD — The issue of broadband was brought up again at the Tuesday Greenwood Board of Selectmen’s meeting. Mia Purcell, the Broadband Committee representative handed out maps that were color-coded which Selectman Norman Millard found not to be comprehensive. He asked to see more precise maps or precise speed tests. The representative said the map […]
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Maine to receive $128 million in relief funds for broadband expansion
The allocation, announced Friday, was authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act. Each of Maine’s five Native American tribes also will receive $167,000 for broadband.
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Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Four boards of selectman discuss collaboration
BETHEL — Selectboards from Bethel, Greenwood, Newry, and Woodstock met on Monday, August 9 to discuss four topics in detail in a collaborative effort rather than as separate communities. The four points of discussion were expanding broadband, rethinking solid waste, Bethel airport financial support, and housing for the medium income workforce. By collaborating, the goal […]
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Maine’s new broadband agency gearing up to manage flood of federal cash
The Maine Connectivity Authority will manage a historic investment of at least $250 million toward building universal high-speed internet service.
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Greenwood meetings continue via Zoom
GREENWOOD — Last week, Selectman agreed to always have the Municipal meetings conducted on Zoom as well as in person. The link will be posted in the agenda the day prior, and anyone who wants the agenda should ask Town Manager Kimberly Sparks. This allows residents to participate remotely. A public hearing still needs to […]
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Maine lawmakers approve new broadband agency
Gov. Janet Mills is expected to sign a bill to create the Maine Connectivity Authority, which would oversee investing tens of millions of dollars for high-speed internet.
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Maine proposes huge boost in broadband standards for grants
As the state prepares to dole out millions for rural broadband expansion, it seeks to future-proof taxpayer-subsidized networks.
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Mills unveils plan for COVID-19 recovery and use of more than $1 billion in federal aid
The governor says her plan is focused on immediate economic recovery from the pandemic, long-term economic growth and infrastructure revitalization.
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Analysis: Harris to lead administration’s push to bring every American online
Biden is planning an unprecedented expansion in funding to address the digital divide during the pandemic and beyond.
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Proposed Maine broadband agency could negotiate contracts, provide grants – and build, if it must
In a legislative committee meeting Tuesday, Gov. Janet Mills called the proposal ‘one of the most important pieces of legislation’ this session.