Comcast to Connect Previously Unserved Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Residents to High-Speed Internet

Comcast is connecting hundreds of previously unserved homes and businesses on Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket to high-speed Internet from America’s smartest and most reliable converged network. These line extension projects are part of awards from the Massachusetts Broadband Institute’s Gap Networks Grant Program. The Gap Networks Grant Program funds the deployment of broadband infrastructure in areas that currently lack broadband service in Massachusetts. The program aims to expand access and connectivity in unserved and underserved locations – places expansion was previously not economically feasible.

“Thanks to the partnership with the Massachusetts Broadband Institute, we’re able to reach even more residents on Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket with our high-speed Internet and full suite of Xfinity services,” said Carolyne Hannan, Senior Vice President of Comcast’s New England Region.

Construction began this month, paving the way for the first homes on Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket to be connected and eligible to sign up for Xfinity services by the end of this year. Once completed next year, the project will make Xfinity services available to virtually every household across both islands. Xfinity delivers Internet, mobile, entertainment, and smart home services into one simple, seamless experience – giving customers more speed, savings, and control over their connected lives.

Residents can visit Xfinity.com/mytown and enter their addresses for updates on construction timing and upcoming service availability. In some areas, individual easements may be required to complete construction and bring service to specific properties.  

Xfinity Brings Full Suite of Residential Services to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket

Comcast is bringing its full suite of residential Xfinity services to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, including high-speed Internet, streaming, mobile, voice, and home security – delivering reliable, connected experiences for today’s consumers at home or on the go.  

• Xfinity Internet: Speed, Reliability, and Coverage. With multi-gig speeds, 99.9% reliability, and powerful WiFi that covers your entire home, Xfinity powers streaming, gaming, and video calls – simply and seamlessly.   
• Xfinity Mobile: Most Reliable Network. Fraction of the Cost. Xfinity Mobile delivers reliable, lightning-fast speeds – up to 1 Gig – both at home and on the go, while offering savings of up to fifty percent on wireless bills in the first year compared to similar plans from major cellular providers.  
• Xfinity X1: All Entertainment. One Powerful Platform. X1 brings together live TV, streaming, sports, and on-demand content in one easy-to-use experience. With the award-winning Xfinity Voice Remote, finding a show, channel, or game is fast, easy, and frustration-free.  
• Xfinity Home: Smart Security Made Simple. Xfinity Home combines advanced security and smart home automation in one easy-to-use platform. With flexible options for self or professional monitoring, it delivers peace of mind and control.  
• Xfinity NOW: Affordable, Reliable Connectivity with No Strings Attached. Xfinity NOW offers low-cost Internet and mobile plans with unlimited data, no annual contracts, and no credit checks – backed by the power of the fastest converged network. With straightforward pricing, included equipment, and the flexibility to pause or resume service anytime, NOW is built for simplicity and value.  

What It Means for Massachusetts

Comcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and aims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents. That’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost, high-speed Internet and affordable computers.