Fidium brings first fiber internet network to Old Town-Orono region

Expansion of Maine’s best and most extensive fiber network brings future-ready connectivity and economic opportunity to Penobscot County communities

OLD TOWN and ORONO, Maine — Oct. 10, 2025 — Fidium, recognized by CNET as the best internet provider in Maine, has expanded its multi-gig speed network to Old Town and Orono, as well as Bradley and Milford, Maine, bringing new all-fiber internet access to more than 10,700 homes and businesses. Unlike cable or DSL internet technologies, Fidium delivers symmetrical upload and download speeds up to 2 Gig (2000 Mbps) over a 100 percent fiber network.

“Mainers deserve the best internet no matter where they live,” said Sarah Davis, vice president of market development for Fidium. “With Fidium fiber internet, everyone in the greater Old Town-Orono area can now benefit from the same fast, reliable Wi-Fi experience you’d expect in a big city, without having to leave home. We’re solving not only today’s needs, but providing generational infrastructure that will support families, students, and businesses well into the future.”

Fidium representatives will be visiting the community over the coming weeks to share more information about service options and availability, participating in local events and stopping by individual homes and businesses with fiber access.

More than 70 percent of Mainers now have access to Fidium’s reliable fiber connectivity, with a network that spans 18,900 miles throughout the state. As a result, over 440,000 homes and businesses across 340 Maine communities can benefit from Fidium’s future-ready speeds and countless benefits. These include improved educational outcomes for students, telehealth and reduced healthcare costs, and enhanced economic opportunities for remote workers and small business owners.

Recently, the company announced the unification of its residential, business, and wholesale services under the Fidium name. This marks a new era of growth for Fidium, with plans for continued expansion of its fiber network to more than 80 percent of locations across its footprint. The company has invested approximately $1.7 billion in fiber infrastructure since 2020.

Fidium also recently announced the launch of Fidium Fiber Pro, which delivers reliable, 100 percent fiber internet with AI-based Wi-Fi technology to single-location small businesses.

Fidium provides reliable, future-ready connectivity that enables customers to stream their favorite entertainment, capitalize on the benefits of working from home, and grow their small businesses through reliable connectivity. Fidium residential and small business internet plans are backed by the Fidium Promise, including verified speeds, complete Wi-Fi coverage, flexible installation times (including evenings and weekends), and expert support. 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.

To learn more or to sign up for Fidium today, visit FidiumFiber.com.

About Fidium

Fidium is a next-generation fiber internet and network company on a mission to be America’s favorite fiber provider. Serving people who expect more from their connectivity, Fidium delivers lightning-fast, reliable internet that’s refreshingly easy to use. With future-ready technology, a customer-first approach, and a growing national fiber footprint, Fidium is redefining what “better internet” means: fast speeds, simpler experiences, and service that’s actually helpful. 

Available in more than 700 communities, Fidium connects people to the possibilities of fiber – from homes and small businesses to large enterprises, schools, hospitals and entire communities. Backed by one of the nation’s top 10 fiber networks and a commitment to continuous innovation, we’re powering work, life, learning and opportunity. Fiber Up and learn more at FidiumFiber.com.