Maine Turnpike traffic volume hits record lows as economy slows

Traffic is the slowest in decades, officials said, showing the impact of COVID-19 on the state's highways.

Maine Turnpike Authority owed more than $824,000 in unpaid tolls

Thousands of vehicle owners have racked up tolls and fees in the past seven years, but there are barriers to collecting the money.

AAA predicts record-breaking holiday traffic in New England

The organization says nearly 5 million New Englanders will travel over the holidays, the most since it began keeping records 19 years ago.

Thanksgiving travelers can expect the heaviest traffic in years

And a looming storm may complicate things on one of the busiest travel days of the year.

I-295 in Falmouth reopens following car fire

The car fire at mile 9 southbound in Falmouth caused major traffic delays Tuesday afternoon.

Maine moves toward new law to make drivers keep hands off their cellphones

If the bill becomes law, Maine will join 19 other states and the District of Columbia in banning drivers from using a cellphone or other handheld device while operating a vehicle.

Heavy traffic is in this weekend’s forecast as summer season kicks off

Officials expect a record number of vehicles on the Maine Turnpike over the Memorial Day weekend, making the state's tourism industry cautiously optimistic about the coming season.

Maine highway agencies aim to ease traffic woes during Interstate 95 construction

Maine's turnpike authority and transportation department launch a campaign to minimize headaches caused by work on the York toll plaza and the Piscataqua River Bridge.

State plans massive – and expensive – traffic light upgrade

With most signals in rough shape and using old technology, the project could cost $160 million over 20 years.

Flyover views of Lewiston's new school