interstate 295

Published
January 27, 2023

Commentary: No call for draconian approach to Portland’s I-295 link

Common-sense changes – enforcement of a new speed limit and limits on truck traffic – can make this contentious link safer for all who use it.
Published
October 18, 2022

Maine Voices: The Portland section of I-295 should be replaced

Building passenger rail to replace I-295 through Portland would create spaces to walk, bike and enjoy the city’s offerings.
Published
September 8, 2022

State solar farms being installed at Augusta interstate exits without local review

City officials say they are concerned about the aesthetics of solar panels in prominent locations that state officials say will save the state money and reduce carbon emissions.
Published
April 26, 2022

Rapid I-295 bridge replacement wraps up with hours to spare

It took a three-day highway closure to tear down and replace one of Maine's busiest sections of road, the Veranda Street bridge in Portland.
Published
April 25, 2022

I-295 closed in South Portland for vehicle fire

The fire is now out.
Published
April 23, 2022

Workers make headway on big I-295 bridge replacement project in Portland

Gov. Janet Mills tours the Veranda Street site and says she is pleased with the rapid progress that's been made so far.
Published
February 4, 2019

Crashes snarl rush-hour traffic on I-295 northbound in Yarmouth

'Multiple crashes' were reported in the area near Exit 17, but were reported cleared by 7 p.m.
Published
January 31, 2019

Vehicle rolls over on I-295 in Yarmouth

The crash in the northbound lane near Exit 17 slowed traffic Thursday morning but it was not clear if anyone was seriously injured.
Published
January 5, 2019

New $5.4 million plan aims to ease congestion at Portland highway exit

An agreement between Portland and the Maine Department of Transportation calls for a redesign of the interchange connecting Interstate 295 and Franklin Street.
Published
December 30, 2018

Speeding car flips over I-295, lands on Marginal Way in Portland

The man at the wheel was not seriously injured but will face several charges, according to Maine State Police.