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Since 1939, the Maine Better Transportation Association

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a safe, efficient transportation network for all of Maine.

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Good to know for I-95 travelers!Starting this evening, the I-95 Exit 109A northbound and southbound off ramps onto Western Avenue westbound will reopen and both eastbound and westbound Western Avenue traffic will remain on the new bridge. Exit 109B will remain closed until further notice.

Thank you for your patience throughout the duration of the detours.

Please stay focused and drive safely through work zones.

You can view the live stream of the project’s progress here: www.maine.gov/dot/major-projects/augusta-western-ave-bridge-project
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2 days ago
Good to know for I-95 travelers!

We’re excited to share that MBTA member Sargent has acquired E.L. Vining & Son, Inc. of Farmington. The acquisition was completed on October 31, 2025, and supports Sargent’s long-term growth as the company approaches its 100th anniversary in 2026.

E.L. Vining & Son, founded in 1956, is known for its quality work, integrity, and community commitment. Their expertise in DOT, sitework, utility, and landfill projects aligns well with Sargent’s core services, making this a natural and strategic fit.

“This acquisition brings together two Maine-based companies that share a deep respect for people, craftsmanship, and community,” said Eric Ritchie, President & CEO of Sargent Corporation. “E.L. Vining & Son’s culture mirrors our own, rooted in doing the right thing, honing our craft, and investing in people and winning in the field. We’re excited to welcome their talented team of professionals into employee-ownership and continue serving the communities of Western and Central Maine with even greater resources.”

As part of the transition, the Farmington office will become Sargent’s Western Maine hub, and roughly 40 Vining employees will join the Sargent team as employee-owners through Sargent’s ESOP. All current projects will continue uninterrupted, and the acquisition brings additional equipment and aggregate resources across Maine.

Congratulations to Sargent and welcome to the Vining team!

#MBTA #MaineTransportation #MBTAMemberNews #SargentCorporation #ELVining
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2 days ago
We’re excited to share that MBTA member Sargent has acquired E.L. Vining & Son, Inc. of Farmington. The acquisition was completed on October 31, 2025, and supports Sargent’s long-term growth as the company approaches its 100th anniversary in 2026.

E.L. Vining & Son, founded in 1956, is known for its quality work, integrity, and community commitment. Their expertise in DOT, sitework, utility, and landfill projects aligns well with Sargent’s core services, making this a natural and strategic fit.

“This acquisition brings together two Maine-based companies that share a deep respect for people, craftsmanship, and community,” said Eric Ritchie, President & CEO of Sargent Corporation. “E.L. Vining & Son’s culture mirrors our own, rooted in doing the right thing, honing our craft, and investing in people and winning in the field. We’re excited to welcome their talented team of professionals into employee-ownership and continue serving the communities of Western and Central Maine with even greater resources.”

As part of the transition, the Farmington office will become Sargent’s Western Maine hub, and roughly 40 Vining employees will join the Sargent team as employee-owners through Sargent’s ESOP. All current projects will continue uninterrupted, and the acquisition brings additional equipment and aggregate resources across Maine.

Congratulations to Sargent and welcome to the Vining team!

#MBTA #MaineTransportation #MBTAMemberNews #SargentCorporation #ELVining

We’re excited to welcome MBTA’s newest member, Clark’s LLC!
Clark’s LLC is a second-generation, family-owned company built on the values of hard work, honesty, and quality. For decades, they’ve earned a strong reputation in the construction and aggregates industry by doing exactly what they promise: providing top-quality materials and dependable service to every customer, every time.
From crushed stone, sand, and their well-known Gorilla Gravel™, to affordable used construction equipment, Clark’s takes pride in treating customers like neighbors because in many cases, they are. Their team is made up of skilled professionals who genuinely care about the work they do and the people they serve.

#MBTA #MaineTransportation
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3 days ago
We’re excited to welcome MBTA’s newest member,  Clark’s LLC!
Clark’s LLC is a second-generation, family-owned company built on the values of hard work, honesty, and quality. For decades, they’ve earned a strong reputation in the construction and aggregates industry by doing exactly what they promise: providing top-quality materials and dependable service to every customer, every time.
From crushed stone, sand, and their well-known Gorilla Gravel™, to affordable used construction equipment, Clark’s takes pride in treating customers like neighbors because in many cases, they are. Their team is made up of skilled professionals who genuinely care about the work they do and the people they serve.

#MBTA #MaineTransportation
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