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Maine Governor Celebrates Fiber Optic Expansion


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June 10, 2008 By

Today, Maine Governor John E. Baldacci celebrated the expansion of Oxford Networks' fiber optic network to the Bangor area. The company is investing more than $4 million in the project, which will bring advanced telecommunication and data services to businesses in Bangor and Brewer.

"We know that Maine can attract talented people and innovative companies that can compete anywhere in the world," Governor Baldacci said. "But their success depends upon a reliable network that connects them with customers and partners in the United States and overseas. This announcement is good news for Bangor and Brewer, and it's good news for the state."

Oxford Networks began construction on the 34.5-mile fiber optic network last fall. The project connects Bangor and Brewer to Oxford Networks' existing 600-mile fiber optic network that stretches to Boston. The network is the first of its kind in Bangor and Brewer, allowing for greater broadband capacity to businesses in both cities.

Governor Baldacci said that the availability of reliable broadband connections is a significant selling point when bringing new businesses to Maine.

"Expanding and improving broadband communications in Maine is one of the cornerstones of this state's economic future," the Governor said. "These are critical investments that enable people enhanced access to technology, transforming our state economy, and expanding business opportunities for more Mainers. Today illustrates how important are our private partners in this effort, and we celebrate Oxford Networks' investment of more than $4 million in the Bangor-Brewer area."

 


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