No Penobscot County Jail Expansion Featured for Innovative Diversion Plan

Our coalition partners at No Penobscot County Jail Expansion were recently featured in the news for their ongoing leadership in advancing real, community-based alternatives to incarceration. Their work continues to shape the local conversation around how Penobscot County can best support safety, stability, and long-term community well-being.

The recent coverage highlights the coalition’s proposed diversion plan—an approach centered on evidence-based practices that prioritize treatment, housing support, restorative programs, and other services proven to reduce harm and improve outcomes. Their ongoing advocacy demonstrates a clear pathway toward solutions that strengthen communities without relying on costly jail expansion or new build.

We encourage our supporters and community members to read the article to learn more about the promising strategies being championed by No Penobscot County Jail Expansion and how these efforts contribute to a more just and effective local response.

Read the article: https://www.wabi.tv/2025/11/21/activists-urge-penobscot-county-consider-diversion-efforts-over-jail-expansion/