Don’t Miss Out, last chance to sign up for free Drinking Water Week events, Reminder About Risks of Unauthorized Hydrant Use

The latest news from the Portland Water District Drinking Water Week Events: Register Now Celebrate Drinking Water Week with us: learn where your water comes from and how it’s protected. Events are filling fast, so reserve your spot today for tours, trivia, and the Water Walk & Talk at www.pwd.org/communityevents. Sebago Lake Water Treatment Facility…

Portland Water District Hosts Drinking Water Week Events: May 3 – 9

Portland Water District Hosts Drinking Water Week Events: May 3 – 9

PORTLAND, Maine — Portland Water District (PWD) invites the community to celebrate National Drinking Water Week with a series of free, family-friendly events that showcase how clean, safe drinking water is protected—from source to tap. Featured FREE Events Include: Water Walk & Talk Standish, Maine May 5, 2026 | 1:30 p.m. A guided, 3-mile walk…

Portland Water District Seeks to Recover Damages from Unauthorized Hydrant Use

Following a series of water main breaks in South Portland last summer, the Portland Water District (PWD) uncovered evidence of hydrant tampering and theft of water. The Portland Water District has conducted an investigation and is pursuing legal action against RWC, Inc. to recover damages. “This is not just illegal—it causes real harm,” said Portland…

William Lunt, Falmouth, Elected President, Frederick McCann, Portland, Elected Vice President

At the Portland Water District Board of Trustees’ annual March meeting, William Lunt was reelected President and Frederick McCann was reelected Vice President. David Kane was reelected as treasurer and elected clerk, and Kaitlin Tibbets was reelected assistant clerk. Lunt has been a member of the Board since 1996 and has previously served as President….

Our Commitment to our Community Runs Deep: Lifeline rates, $1,500 scholarship, environmental education, and water fountain grants

The latest news from the Portland Water District Committed to Our Community At the Portland Water District, our work goes beyond pipes, plants, and pumps. It’s about people—supporting our neighbors, investing in our workforce, and protecting the water resources we all depend on. Here are a few ways we’re putting that commitment into action. We…

$1,500 DiPietro Scholarship Application now available

$1,500 DiPietro Scholarship Application now available

The deadline to apply for the Joseph A. DiPietro Scholarship is March 31. The scholarship serves students in communities served by the Portland Water District who are pursuing a career applicable to the water/wastewater industry (e.g., water/wastewater treatment technology, HVAC, electrical, automation technology, instrumentation, plumbing, pipefitting, fire science, environmental studies, applied sciences, engineering, public administration)….

Backflow Prevention Program Modernized with New Digital Reporting System

The Portland Water District (PWD) is updating its Cross Connection Control Program to improve efficiency, accuracy, and customer service while continuing to protect public health and the drinking water system. Beginning March 1, 2026, PWD will use the VEPO CrossConnex platform to manage backflow prevention device inspections and test report submissions. Backflow prevention devices are…

Water Meter Replacement Project Moves to Cumberland and Falmouth, Wastewater Helps Track Severe Flu Season, Local Wastewater Documentary Turning Heads, 2025 Hydration Station Grant Recipients

The latest news from the Portland Water District Water Meter Replacement Project Expands to Cumberland and Falmouth The Portland Water District is completing its meter replacement pilot in Gorham, where installations have progressed smoothly and as planned. The project will now expand to Cumberland and Falmouth. Customers in upcoming service areas will receive a letter…

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