Rural Maine Towns Snag USDA Grants
A handful of Maine towns are set to receive Recovery Act investments administered through the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Rural Development Community Facilities Program, according to an announcement today from Congressman Mike Michaud.
“These USDA investments are very important to rural communities in Maine,” said Michaud in a statement. “They not only help improve community infrastructure, but they also create much needed jobs.”
Here's the breakdown, according to the Congressman's office:
- The Jonesport Volunteer Fire Department will receive a $200,000 grant to construct a new fire....











