Officials must take steps now to protect Mainers who can’t go home right now.
homelessness
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: 2020 candidates must address Maine housing poverty issues
Thousands of the state’s households spend over half their income on rent.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine news by the numbers – math makes case for pessimism
A look at the figures behind the headlines on affordable housing, state business incentives and disadvantaged students.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: What Michael Bloomberg will never understand
We need a leader who will work with those affected by greed, racism and sexism instead of discounting, dismissing or silencing them.
Posted inTimes Record
Freeport library group knits for homeless, asylum seekers
Armed with knitting needles and donated yarn, Freeport librarians Meghan Fogg and Courtney Sparks created an outlet for ‘introverts out there that want to make a difference.’
Posted inPortland Forecaster
City Council’s OK on operations moves shelter to design stage
The City Council’s approval of operation policies for the new homeless shelter means the building can be designed and cost estimates can be made.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Councilor Ray: Portland should endorse resolution, build shelter with no cap
A single facility, with space and services for those who need them, also will allow city staff to focus more resources on keeping people from ever entering the shelter system.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Councilor: Community input wanted on plan to replace Oxford Street Shelter
On Feb. 3, Portland’s City Council will vote on a proposed 210-bed low-barrier shelter; councilors are also planning facilities for seniors and the mentally ill.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
City seeing increased need for housing for homeless seniors
An Avesta Housing proposal for a facility on Brighton Avenue could help get the chronically homeless aged 55 and up get back on their feet, its development officer says.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Feds award nearly $14 million in grants to fight homelessness in Maine
Some of the Housing and Urban Development funds also will be used to connect residents with affordable housing programs and services.