Local organizations are trying to bridge the gap for the nearly 170,000 Maine residents who won’t get food stamps in November — and they’re already seeing a swell in much-needed donations and volunteers.
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Graham Platner’s campaign manager steps down, cites wife’s pregnancy
Although unrelated to recent controversies, Kevin Brown’s departure is the latest shake-up for the political newcomer’s insurgent bid for U.S. Senate.
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Are 40% of homeless people veterans? | Fact brief
The number of homeless veterans fell 8% nationwide between 2023 and 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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We Love Fairs: Community events in Gorham, Scarborough, Westbrook and Windham
Gorham craft and vendor fair – Saturday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Shaw Gym, 75 South St., Gorham. More than 50 vendors and free kids activities. Westbrook Christmas craft fair – Saturday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Anthony Parish at St. Hyacinth’s Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. Baked goods, books, […]
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Is the Resilient Yards program your call to action? | Our Sustainable City
In the face of intersecting global catastrophes, connection to our local ecosystem and our neighbors offers a way through the overwhelming uncertainty. Sense of place — the way we perceive and attach meaning to places — impacts how we choose to engage with, inhabit, and collectively care for our community. Built through experiences and relationships, […]
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We Love to Eat: Community meals in Buxton, Gorham, Gray, Westbrook and Windham
Gorham bean supper – Saturday, Nov. 1, 4 to 5:30 p.m., White Rock Community Clubhouse, 34 Wilson Road, Gorham. Eat in or takeout. Baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni and cheese, biscuits, hot dogs and dessert. $12, $6 under age 12. Follow facebook.com/whiterockcommunityclub for updates. Gray bean supper – Saturday, Nov. 1, 5 to 6 […]
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Maine could vote on stripping protections for transgender students in 2026
The proposed initiative aims to enforce President Donald Trump’s stance on the culture-war issue that sparked a battle with Maine and has polled well for conservatives.
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5 things to do while you’re in Hallowell
The city has plenty of places where you can appreciate its natural beauty year round.
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These Maine students are sinking to the bottom
Three charts show how steep some testing declines have been.
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Meet the 2025 Maine Women in the Arts award winners
Kennebunkport group hosts annual award show.