The gym on Falmouth Street in Portland will be open to men and women who need shelter and aren’t showing symptoms of having COVID-19.
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Mainers with no homes have greater risk, far fewer options to avoid virus
An advocate for the homeless says that even with precautions against infection in shelters, ‘it’s not if, but when.’
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: 2020 candidates must address Maine housing poverty issues
Thousands of the state’s households spend over half their income on rent.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: News by the numbers
A look at the numbers behind the headlines on affordable housing, state business incentives, and disadvantaged students.
Posted inTimes Record
Freeport library group knits for homeless, asylum seekers
Armed with knitting needles and donated yarn, Freeport librarians Meghan Fogg and Courtney Sparks created an outlet for ‘introverts out there that want to make a difference.’
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Feds award nearly $14 million in grants to fight homelessness in Maine
Some of the Housing and Urban Development funds also will be used to connect residents with affordable housing programs and services.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
Homeless advocates say it is time for Lewiston to have public, overnight shelter
It has been discussed for years, but is it time for Lewiston to finally have a barrier-free homeless shelter?
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Controversy over Portland’s new shelter gets messy with vandalism at City Hall
The graffiti focuses on the controversy over the capacity of the planned shelter that’s before the City Council.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: First of all, homeless need stable housing
The death of Brunswick man shows the importance of permanent, affordable housing.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Homeless Veterans Stand Down ‘got the ball rolling’ for veteran to find housing, work
Saturday’s annual event at Togus will provide medical services, housing connections and other support to homeless veterans across Maine.