Madawaska Advances Midtown Plaza Revitalization with Makerspace and Infrastructure Upgrades
Madawaska, Maine, is undergoing a significant revitalization project for its midtown plaza on Main Street, with full completion anticipated by early 2028. The project includes the development of a makerspace, which will serve as a central hub for local entrepreneurs, allowing them to operate without the need to purchase their own buildings. This initiative is part of a broader effort that has already seen the opening of a 30,000-square-foot Fish River Rural Health facility and plans for a Northern Maine Medical Center medical mall in the former Kmart building. The first phase of work, expected to conclude later this year, involves constructing a new public parking area, enhancing pedestrian walkways, installing new lighting, and creating a recreational trail connecting downtown areas. The town has secured over $4 million in funding, including $2 million from congressionally directed spending and another $2 million from a U.S. Economic Development Administration grant, in addition to a $750,000 bond. Brent ... 
