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Maine heating oil still averages more than $6 per gallon

MAINE (WABI) - Heating oil in Maine is averaging more than $6 per gallon, according to the Maine Department of Energy Resources. The statewide average was $6.01 per gallon as of Monday, down 4 cents from last week’s record high, the department said. Kerosene averaged $7.01 per gallon, while...

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Waldoboro Culvert To Be Redone in Summer 2028

The Maine Department of Transportation has publicized plans for the replacement of a large culvert under Route 235 in Waldoboro, near Hackmatack Lane. The culvert, currently two side-by-side corrugated aluminum pipes allowing passage of Levensaler Brook under the road, will be replaced with a long single concrete box culvert, according to DOT plans. The current structure is in “poor condition,” according to a virtual public meeting on the culvert, impacting the ground above it.

Waldoboro, ME · 1d
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🚗 ONE LANE IS GETTING OLD! When Will the Chamberlain Bridge Return to Two-Way Traffic?

The finish line is getting closer for the Chamberlain Bridge project.

Bangor, ME · 1d

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Speeding a familiar complaint for Southport selectmen

A Nickerson Road resident on Nov. 4 requested Southport selectmen try to slow down traffic on her street by placing a new stop and caution children playing signs. BILL PEARSON/Boothbay Register. For the past 45 years, the most frequently heard complaint is about speeding motorists, Southport Selectman Gerry Gamage said....

Southport, ME · 1d
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Bangor Daily News

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Letter: Bangor doesn’t need more parking

"A 2025 downtown parking study found an excess amount of parking available compared to need."

Bangor, ME · 4d

We Are Aroostook

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Flu Takes Out Bangor Area Bus Routes, Parents Scramble For Rides Monday

Multiple school bus routes in Bangor and Glenburn shut down Monday after flu knocked out several drivers, leaving families to arrange last-minute transportation.

Bangor, ME · 4d

boothbayregister.com

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MaineDOT staff baffled by Barters Island Bridge problems

Barters Island Bridge remains closed until at least the end of year, according to MaineDOT. BILL PEARSON/Boothbay Register. Maine Department of Transportation still hasn't determined the circumstances causing the Barters Island Bridge's closure earlier this summer. On Oct. 7, the bridge had been closed for nearly six weeks. The Boothbay Register emailed three questions in an effort to better understand the bridge's challenges. Those questions were: Why hasn't the bridge's problem been isolated? When is MaineDOT going to hold a public meeting with residents explaining the problem? Why, after five years, is this new bridge having problems?

Maine · 4d

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Bridge replacement over I-95 underway along Newport, Palmyra town line

NEWPORT, Maine (WABI) - A major bridge replacement project is underway along the Newport and Palmyra town line, state transportation officials announced Monday. Maine Department of Transportation crews began work on the Exit 157 interchange bridge, which carries routes 100 and 11 over Interstate 95. Drivers on I-95 should expect...

Newport, ME · 4d

Maine Morning Star

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Heating oil now 82% more expensive than this time last year

The average price for heating oil reached a new high this week at $6.05 a gallon, according to the Maine Department of Energy Resources.  “Heating oil prices in Maine are now breaking records week after week, putting growing pressure on Maine families as temperatures continue to drop,” Celina Cunningham, acting commissioner of the department, said […]

Maine · 7d

Country Herald

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Maine Winter 2026-27: 5 Car Problems to Fix Before Snow

From Portland to Bangor, five vehicle problems could turn winter travel into a roadside emergency.

Maine · 7d

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Maine gas prices see slight drop while heating oil hits another record high

Gas prices in Maine as well as nationwide have seen a slight drop in recent days. The latest reporting from AAA Northern New England shows the state average for a gallon of gas hit $4.28 on Thursday, compared to $4.42 a month ago. A year ago, a gallon of gas...

Maine · 8d

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New Fast-Charging EV Stations on Turnpike

EV Chargers now available at service plazas in Kennebunk, Gray and Cumberland. Planning your Thanksgiving road trip in an electric vehicle? The Maine Turnpike now has new EV charging locations at the Gray and Cumberland Service Plazas, offering travelers another convenient place to recharge along their journey. The stations provide high powered charging while customers enjoy the services and amenities available at the plazas.

Kennebunk, ME · 8d

WABI

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Heating oil prices continue to climb to record highs in Maine

Maine · 8d

Bangor Daily News

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Bangor will offer free bus rides on Election Day

That includes all Community Connector routes across Hampden, Veazie, Orono, Old Town and Brewer.

Bangor, ME · 11d

WDEA AM 1370

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Grant Street And Bridge Hill Getting Work Done In Ellsworth This Week. Expect Closures And Delays October 26-28

Ellsworth's got some road work coming October 26-28 affecting Grant Street and Bridge Hill

Ellsworth, ME · 11d

I-95 FM

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Stillwater And I-95 Exit 186 Gets New Lane Markings Monday As Bangor Tackles Crash Hotspot

That intersection near I-95 Exit 186 in Bangor sees about 50 crashes a year. Next week, Maine DOT will paint new road markings to help drivers navigate the tricky turn lanes more safely.

Bangor, ME · 14d

Ultimate Maine

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Maine Heating Oil Prices Are Getting Ridiculous & We're All Feeling It

when you thought the cost of literally everything couldn't possibly get any worse, heating oil has apparently decided to join the party. And not in a fun way.

Maine · 14d

Bangor Daily News

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Bangor’s public bus garage is about to get a nearly $10M upgrade

City officials hope the upgrade will make the outdated facility more functional and help with driver retention.

Bangor, ME · 14d