3 Maine municipalities making temporary changes to busy roadways amid pedestrian safety concerns

MAINE PUBLIC • June 30, 2026

Portland, Saco and Scarborough will install temporary improvements this summer in an effort to make busy roads safer for pedestrians, bicyclists and drivers. Nearly 30 people were killed or seriously injured in crashes last year in the area, according to the Greater Portland Council of Governments. Pedestrian-involved crashes have continued into this year, including a fatal crash earlier this month on Marginal Way and Preble Street in Portland.