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Maine joins regional coalition to lobby for Downeaster extension, faster speeds

AUGUSTA — With the filing deadline to present rail projects qualifying for stimulus funding fast approaching, Gov. John Baldacci announced Monday that he has joined a coalition of New England governors to create a unified rail vision for the region. Six priority projects were iden... 1

Steve Mistler • News •
Monday, July 13, 2009 at 4:00 pm
Federal plan could alter Portland-Brunswick rail upgrade funding

Grant could replace state borrowing PORTLAND — Rail advocates are hoping the $35 million needed to upgrade tracks between Portland and Brunswick will qualify for grant funding under a new strategic plan being drafted by federal Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood.

Steve Mistler • News •
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 10:07 am

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