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PublishedApril 15, 2020
Commentary: Groups working together to ensure safety of people experiencing homelessness in Portland
Shelters have worked quickly to redefine themselves, setting aside spaces for people to isolate or quarantine.
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PublishedApril 5, 2020
The View From Here: A long way in a short time
It's hard to fathom how much has changed and how far we may have to go.
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PublishedApril 1, 2020
Portland quarantines dozens at Expo as 2nd illness confirmed at city homeless shelter
Two new arrivals from outside Maine test positive for COVID-19, prompting Portland to close its shelters to newcomers and hold an emergency City Council meeting to address shelter guests who refuse to be quarantined.
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PublishedMarch 27, 2020
USM’s Sullivan Gym to be converted to homeless shelter by next week
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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PublishedMarch 18, 2020
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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PublishedMarch 8, 2020
Maine Voices: 2020 candidates must address Maine housing poverty issues
Thousands of the state's households spend over half their income on rent.
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PublishedMarch 6, 2020
Our View: News by the numbers
A look at the numbers behind the headlines on affordable housing, state business incentives, and disadvantaged students.
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2020
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.'
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PublishedJanuary 9, 2020
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.
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PublishedDecember 25, 2019
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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