Articles from Maine Water Co.

BIDDEFORD, Maine, Jan. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Maine Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) approved a stipulation agreement between The Maine Water Company (MWC) and the Office of Public Advocate to combine MWC’s ten different rate districts into a single unified rate, which marks a big step in the company’s continued efforts to improve efficiency, upgrade aging water systems, and maximize the value of our customers’ dollars. To limit effects on customers’ bills, a transition rate will take effect on Feb. 1 and will adjust over time through future rate filings until the uniform target rate is achieved. The agreement also approves a needs-based financial assistance rate program compliant with recent water affordability legislation in Maine and does not increase the company’s overall revenues.