Maine Turnpike authority
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PublishedMay 27, 2023
More than 1 million vehicles expected on Maine Turnpike this weekend
The volume of Memorial Day weekend traffic may break a record, with lower fuel prices encouraging more motorists to hit the road.
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PublishedJanuary 31, 2023
After years of traffic headaches, construction to begin on Maine Turnpike’s new Saco exit
The new exit is expected to open in 2025 about a mile south of the current Saco interchange, according to the Maine Turnpike Authority.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2022
Worker shortages put Maine plowing operations between a rock and a snowbank
Businesses are having trouble hiring enough drivers to clear lots and driveways, and the Department of Transportation also is understaffed heading into winter.
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PublishedAugust 3, 2022
Maine Turnpike’s Rand Road exit expected to reopen by Saturday
The on-ramp, connecting Rand Road to the turnpike, was closed for construction on Monday as part of the turnpike widening project.
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PublishedJuly 29, 2022
Why build new tollbooths if the Maine Turnpike plans a future without cash?
The Maine Turnpike Authority says going cashless will take time.
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PublishedJuly 27, 2022
At summer’s peak, tourism has been a mixed bag so far in Maine
Visitors are still coming, but higher gas and other prices have some reining in their spending.
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PublishedJuly 14, 2022
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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PublishedJune 10, 2022
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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PublishedApril 28, 2022
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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PublishedFebruary 2, 2022
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.
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