homelessness – Page 47 – The Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: We bear the cost of not supporting the people who need it

by Cullen Ryan Special to the Press Herald July 3, 2018July 2, 2018

It costs less to house people than to keep them in homelessness.

by William E. Higgins Jr. and Dylan Monahan Special to the Press Herald June 29, 2018June 28, 2018

Many people would say they’re homeless because of the weak safety net and the severe lack of affordable places to live in Portland.

by The Editorial Board June 15, 2018June 14, 2018

The state should not be on a top 10 list of the worst rental markets in the United States.

Urge Rep. Chellie Pingree to vote ‘no’ on H.R. 5724.

The campaign urges us to see how people from all walks of life are plagued by ‘interlocking injustices.’

by Christopher Poulos Special to the Press Herald May 16, 2018May 16, 2018

A news article balances myriad voices, but its terminology and photos stigmatize those who are suffering.

by Mark Swann May 13, 2018May 12, 2018

Helping those suffering from mental illness or substance abuse will require empathy, commitment and funding from the public and private sectors.

by PHUONG LE Associated Press May 8, 2018May 8, 2018

The measure would require large companies like Amazon pay about $500 a year per worker.

Mark Swann has been leading Preble Street since 1991, upholding family values of service to others and commitment to social responsibility.

by REBECCA TASK Special to the Press Herald April 4, 2018April 4, 2018

The HOUSE pilot project would provide rapid housing and medication-assisted treatment for those struggling with substance abuse.