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.'

Ending Hunger on Campus in Maine Campaign raises $22,867 for student-led food pantries

Start Up/Scale Up Grant Program welcomes applications

As virus spreads, Maine’s economy struggles

From falling stock prices to canceled orders and disappearing customers, the state's businesses are taking a big hit.

Jewish Film Festival postponed due to coronavirus concerns

‘Of course we're disappointed, but we felt that we did what we had to do,’ said Barbara Merson, executive director of the Maine Jewish Film Festival.

Portland declares city emergency, imposes curfew for businesses

City Manager Jon Jennings issues a curfew for businesses where people gather, such as bars and restaurants, requiring that they close all day Tuesday and between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. for the next 4 days.

2020 Maine Jewish Film Festival postponed

Maine employers send workers home, make drastic changes

The coronavirus is forcing large Portland-area businesses to adopt new rules to keep workers healthy and business humming.

When was the last time Portland Harbor froze?

The idea of an ice-locked Portland Harbor is seemingly mythical as Maine experiences warmer winter seasons, but headlines from over a century ago reveal winters that allowed for a trek from Portland to Peaks Island.

‘Welcoming the Stranger: Immigration’ talk set for March 22 in Waterville

Presenters will be from Catholic Charities Maine’s Refugee and Immigration Services and Catholic Charities Maine’s Parish Social Ministry.