The Penobscot Narrows Bridge will soon have suicide-prevention barriers installed. A law passed in 2023 cleared the way for the construction of fences designed to deter people from jumping.

HOLDEN, Maine (WABI) - MaineDOT says they have awarded a contract for safety fencing on the Penobscot Narrows Bridge. They say the 1.35-million-dollar project will be built by BMB Construction of ...