MAINE ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS • January 27, 2023
The Maine Department of Transportation’s work plan for the next three years released this week includes tens of millions of dollars for the Maine Woods to Water Rail Connection Project to improve the freight lines between Millinocket and Searsport. The $56.8 million cost is awaiting the approval of a major federal grant. “The One North Forest Products Campus and rail corridor will send Maine-manufactured wood pellets across the globe,” according to Gov. Janet Mills.