Fiber-fast future arrives in Gorham as Fidium expands all-fiber access

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Symmetrical multi-gig speed network from Fidium offers new opportunities for entertainment, economic development, remote learning, telehealth and more, with plans as low as $30

GORHAM, Maine — July 30, 2025  – Fidium, Maine’s best internet provider according to CNET, has expanded its multi-gig, symmetrical speed internet service to Gorham, bringing its future-proof fiber network to more than 4,200 area homes and businesses. Fidium’s expansion of its all-fiber network, which began in April, brings all the benefits that come with access to a fiber broadband connection to Gorham.

“In expanding fiber access, we are proud to help build the future in Gorham”, said Sarah Davis, vice president of Market Development for Fidium. “Fiber brings tremendous benefits and transforms how we connect to one another, especially in rural communities, increasing access to educational, economic, healthcare and entertainment opportunities and options. We are excited to bring the benefits of Fidium’s fiber network these and more communities across Maine.”

Today, more than 385,000 Maine homes and businesses have access to Fidium, with expansion on-going across the state. In Cumberland County, more than 122,000 locations will have future-ready access by year’s end, with Westbrook and Windham being connected earlier this year and Yarmouth fiber construction now underway. Fidium is now available across the county in Brunswick, Cape Elizabeth, Falmouth, Freeport, Great Diamond Island, Harpswell, Long Island, North Deering, Peaks Island, Portland, Scarborough and South Portland, as well as Gorham, Westbrook and Windham.

Residents and entrepreneurs in Cumberland County will have access to enhanced speeds and reliability offered from fiber connectivity. This brings a range of benefits for communities, including improved educational outcomes, reduced healthcare costs, enhanced economic opportunities, and more.

Fiber broadband drives economic growth, in particular for rural communities, where fiber access led to a 44% higher GDP. Fiber connectivity also brings self-employment growth of 10%, increases per capita income by 18%, and increases real estate values by 4.9%. Businesses also see a 213% increase in growth, as fiber enables opportunities to enhance customer experiences, reduce costs, improve employee productivity, improve network operations, and meet revenue targets through implementation of emerging technologies, such as AI.

Fidium’s all-fiber network delivers fast, symmetrical speeds with plans ranging from 100 Mbps to 2 Gig (2000 Mbps). Fidium provides reliable, future-ready connectivity that enables customers to stream their favorite entertainment, reduce the costs of medical care with telehealth access, capitalize on the benefits of working from home, and grow their small businesses through reliable connectivity. Fidium has been named in the Top 10 providers for Real-World Speeds by BroadbandNow and earned CNET’s Best Internet Providers recognition across its service area. Residents and businesses may learn more and sign up for updates about future service availability at Fidium Fiber.

Fidium representatives will be visiting the community over the coming weeks, taking part in local events and stopping by individual homes and businesses with fiber access, sharing information about service options and availability. To learn more or to sign up for Fidium today, visit Fidium Fiber.

About Fidium 
Fidium is the people’s fiber provider, offering symmetrical multi-gig speed internet service and an exceptional customer experience. Fidium is currently available in California, Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Texas and Vermont with new locations available daily. Learn more at Fidium Fiber.