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Maryland Broadband Cooperative and the State of Maryland have advanced a new resource-sharing agreement aimed at expanding high-speed internet access in underserved areas of Western Maryland. The deal gives the state access to about 26 miles of fiber optic cable in Allegany and Garrett counties, supporting homes, businesses, transportation systems, and community institutions while reducing…

Maryland Broadband Cooperative is upgrading its 2,600-mile middle-mile fiber network with advanced Ciena technology to deliver faster, more scalable connectivity across Maryland and Virginia. The enhanced network will support services ranging from 1G to 400G, improve cellular backhaul capacity, and expand reliable broadband access for rural and underserved communities. MdBC leaders say the future-ready infrastructure…

Maryland’s Digital Infrastructure Group and Maryland Broadband Cooperative are helping expand broadband access while saving the state millions through coordinated infrastructure planning. A recent $250,000 grant will fund 26 miles of new fiber in Western Maryland, improving connectivity, network resiliency, public safety infrastructure, and access for underserved communities through what officials call a “Goldilocks approach”…

Maryland Broadband Cooperative was recognized as a platinum sponsor of Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative’s annual charity golf outing, which raised $60,000 for three Southern Maryland hospitals: CalvertHealth, University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center, and MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. The fundraiser supports healthcare services including cancer treatment, emergency department improvements, and community health programs. SMECO…

Maryland Broadband Cooperative President Drew Van Dopp shared updates at the Jan. 23 Tri-County Council meeting on efforts to expand reliable internet access in rural Southern Maryland communities like Nanjemoy and Newburg. He highlighted partnerships with state agencies and Think Big Networks that helped overcome challenges such as dense forests and low population density. The…

Maryland Broadband Cooperative and Choptank Fiber have launched two new 100 Gigabit internet circuits to strengthen broadband access across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The upgrade significantly expands network capacity and improves internet speed and reliability for rural residents, businesses, schools, and healthcare providers. By combining Maryland Broadband Cooperative’s middle-mile fiber network with Choptank Fiber’s local service…

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Maryland Broadband Cooperative selected Ciena to upgrade its 2,500-mile statewide fiber network with advanced 400G transport technology, expanding high-speed connectivity across Maryland’s underserved and rural communities. The enhanced middle-mile network will support more than 80 member organizations, including internet service providers, utilities, healthcare facilities, universities, and government agencies. MdBC leaders said the investment will improve…

Maryland Broadband Cooperative and Allegany County are partnering to expand broadband infrastructure and improve internet speeds across Western Maryland. The county plans to provide space for the cooperative’s electronic systems to support fiber network expansion, helping internet providers deliver upgraded service to rural communities. Cooperative leaders highlighted the project’s statewide impact, economic development potential, and…