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Experimental new lane expected to mitigate traffic to Maine, N.H.

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2 years ago

May 26, 2024

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This change will be between Exit 5 in New Hampshire and Exit 3 in Maine, according to officials.

A new way to ease traffic is going into use this weekend.

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) will implement a new dynamic part-time shoulder use (PTSU) system for about three miles on Interstate 95 in conjunction with the Maine Department of Transportation and the Maine Turnpike Authority, according to the agencies.

This change will be between Exit 5 in New Hampshire and Exit 3 in Maine, according to officials.

The agencies will open this new lane of travel for the holiday weekend to study how it will affect traffic congestion during the expected busier period, according to WCVB.

“If the congestion is happening northbound, NHDOT will go into our system and be able to turn on a green arrow over the shoulder so traffic knows you can use this part-time shoulder use,” said Susan Klasen, director of operations at NHDOT, to WCVB.

NHDOT said it’s important that drivers pay attention to the traffic signals along these exits. There will be a red “X” symbol when the shoulder is only available for emergency stopping.

NHDOT will be managing the northbound side of the system while the Maine Department of Transportation and Maine Turnpike Authority will manage the southbound side.

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Maine Celtics stumble against Windy City

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11 hours ago

February 28, 2026

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Maine Celtics stumble against Windy City

Max McClung scored 12 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter, and the Windy City Bulls went on a 15-2 run in the fourth quarter to pull away for a 121-106 win over the Maine Celtics in an NBA G League game Friday night at the Portland Expo.

Kevin Knox II added 30 points, 21 in the second half.

Amari Williams led the Celtics with 26 points, nine rebounds and eight assists. Jalen Bridges made six 3-pointers and finished with 22 points, but the Celtics dropped to 2-8 in their last 10 games. Maine has lost four straight games at the Expo.

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2026 Southern Maine Athletes of the Week: Winter Week 12

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23 hours ago

February 27, 2026

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Posted inSports, Varsity Maine

Press Herald sports writers nominate high school athletes from the prior week’s games.
Readers vote for their top choice and the winner will be announced in the newspapers the following Sunday all season long!

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We Are the Watershed call for art

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1 day ago

February 27, 2026

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A collective of environmental, arts and Indigenous-led organizations is collaborating to produce We Are the Watershed, a two-day event aimed at reconnecting humans with nature and revitalizing the health of waterways, estuaries, and the bay in Peskotomuhkatikuk (traditional Passamaquoddy territory). Events, including theatrical performances, music, culinary experiences and an exhibition of submitted artwork, will be held on May 1 and 2 at Eastport Arts Center (EAC). A publication of written and visual works will also be released with proceeds to support conservation efforts and spreading awareness of their impacts.

Submissions sought:
Written and visual works are currently sought from artists and creatives on both sides of the border across Peskotomuhkatikuk for the publication, which will be sold by donation at the May event. Proceeds from the sale will be dedicated to related community-building efforts, public engagement, and continued restoration efforts. The deadline for digital submission for the publication is April 1.

Physical works can be dropped off at EAC Sunday, April 26 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to be a part of the exhibition, which will run May 1 through 15. Artists under 18 will receive 100% of the proceeds if they opt to put their pieces up for sale during the exhibit, which will run May 1 through May 15. Artists over 18 will receive 70% of the proceeds with the remainder going toward promoting awareness of and supporting conservation efforts for the Passamaquoddy Bay.

The Eastport Arts Center

Every week through Apr 01, 2026.
Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM