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Published
November 10, 2020

Portland’s plan to house homeless hits snag
Published
October 29, 2020

Portland moving temporary shelter occupants to prepare Expo as polling place

City officials say 'minor issues' have delayed the establishment of a temporary homeless shelter in a vacant county facility, but people are being moved into a hotel so voting can occur as usual.
Published
October 19, 2020

County offers corrections building as temporary homeless shelter in Portland

The community corrections center can accommodate about 50 people, and the state has agreed to pay for as many as 149 hotel beds as overflow space for the city's Oxford Street Shelter.
Published
September 16, 2020

Our View: Cumberland County should reconsider vote on homeless shelter

Officials need to work together to get through problems caused by COVID-19.
Published
September 15, 2020

County denies city request to shelter homeless at arena

With the availability of the Portland Expo ending next month the, city is looking elsewhere to find temporary shelter space.

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Published
August 18, 2020

Homeless camp at Deering Oaks spurs complaints about litter, needles

Residents say they have seen increased trash, feces and used needles at Deering Oaks.
Published
August 4, 2020

Portland officials try to help City Hall campers get shelter as storm bears down

The remnants of a hurricane highlight the need to address the encampment at City Hall, which has grown since a few people first pitched tents last month.
Published
July 28, 2020

Portland mayor will meet with City Hall campers who have a host of demands

Portland Mayor Kate Snyder wants to listen, but protesters want action, and they say they plan to stay in the plaza until their demands are met.
Published
July 28, 2020

Portland weighs how long homeless encampment can stay

Organizers said the effort, which has helped to provide food, clothing and medical care for 200 people, will continue until their demands are met.
Published
July 28, 2020

Fundraiser seeks mobile shower unit for homeless

The unit could be moved from place to place and serve as a hub to offer meals and other services.