homelessness
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PublishedJanuary 17, 2018
Our View: Maine should fight homelessness, addiction at the same time
A pilot project that would provide treatment and emergency housing is both compassionate and smart.
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PublishedJanuary 16, 2018
Maine bill targets addiction among homeless population
A measure sponsored by Rep. Drew Gattine of Westbrook would set up a pilot program to provide access to medication-assisted treatment and stable housing for up to 50 people.
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PublishedDecember 29, 2017
It’s the season to house people experiencing homelessness
We know how to end homelessness, but it takes a community of common allies working together.
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PublishedDecember 21, 2017
Marchers remember the 40 homeless people who died in Portland area in 2017
About 150 people attended the 23rd Homeless Persons' Memorial Vigil in downtown Portland, holding candles and reading the names of the deceased aloud.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2017
Vigil in Portland to honor 37 homeless people who died this year
The event will be held Thursday on the winter solstice, the longest night of the year.
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PublishedDecember 8, 2017
Our View: Don’t let up on fighting homelessness among veterans
After a widespread outcry, the VA backs off on slashing funds for a successful housing program – but the reprieve is only temporary.
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PublishedNovember 23, 2017
Waterville medical center helps to feed the hungry
MaineGeneral cafeteria leftovers that once were thrown away are now given to programs fighting food insecurity.
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PublishedNovember 14, 2017
Tiny-house villages face big opposition across the nation
There are at least a dozen cases across the U.S. of neighbors stepping in to halt development of the bite-size structures.
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PublishedOctober 24, 2017
Maine Voices: Too many in the Portland area are all set to go, but lack transit to get there
Residents who most need public transportation are not able to count on it to access necessary services.
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PublishedSeptember 24, 2017
Services for the needy in Augusta seek new home
A group unites a clothing bank, warming center and food pantry that must leave the old St. Mark's parish hall.
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