The idea for the Food Security Hub came from a need to move away from the soup kitchen model and feed more and more people during the pandemic.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Food insecurity in the military says a lot about hunger in America
Thousands of military families struggle to get enough food, for the same reasons that other families do.
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Posted inAmerican Journal
Families Feeding Families steps up to meet demand
The Westbrook nonprofit stocks up with a food drive to assist a growing number of families in need.
Posted inFood, Local & State, News
Portland food program launching effort to better meet immigrants’ needs
Wayside Food Programs held focus groups to learn which foods it should provide to help feed an increasingly diverse population.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: USDA takes a bite out of hunger
A permanent increase in food stamp benefits shows how we could eliminate food insecurity in Maine.
Posted inLocal & State
Maine food stamp recipients see first major benefits boost in four decades
The hope is that it will help bring stability to some of the many state residents experiencing food insecurity.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Starvation as big a threat to Afghan women as the Taliban
Forcing wage earners into their homes puts entire families at risk. The country’s political chaos could soon turn into a health crisis.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly
Mainewhile: Food for thought
Farming and food have been much on my mind of late. I suppose it is just that time of year. Once the mornings get crisp, I am all about apple picking, pumpkin pie, hot cider and making soup. This is the time of harvest fairs and stocking up. Coincidentally, some really cool stories about emerging […]
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Calling high school volunteers for local food security programs
With increased youth involvement, we can strengthen nutrition access for all students and families across Cumberland County.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: U.S. troops going hungry is a national disgrace
Too many service members are struggling to meet their families’ basic needs. This is inexcusable – and it poses a threat to national security.