With increased youth involvement, we can strengthen nutrition access for all students and families across Cumberland County.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Post-fire library aid shows there’s just one Maine
A small school’s loss leads to a quick response from ‘neighbors’ all across the state.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Goodwill shows that waste a problem for thrifty Mainers
The state has a long history of reusing and repairing old items, but the nonprofit can’t use things like damaged couches and moldy books.
Posted inTimes Record
Co-founder of Phippsburg Rescue, lifelong volunteer receives Spirit of America award
Geneva Beals of Phippsburg collected over 2 million bottles and cans throughout her lifetime to raise over $100,000 for the town’s fire and rescue department.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion, Toy Fund
Toy Fund president: Maine’s generosity brightens Christmas for struggling families
With your donations we have been able to not only serve the increased volume of requests for toys, but also start 2021 on much better footing.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Mainers have much to be thankful for
In the midst of this pandemic, we are surrounded by people who are inspired to help others.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Democracy rests on poll workers’ slightly stooped shoulders
When the integrity of an electoral count is questioned, these are the people who are being called dishonest. This takes me aback, because poll workers are cautious.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Young people can make a difference – if we vote
Turnout among 18- to 29-year-olds has been on the rise, but we still trail other groups. Let’s change that.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Program allows volunteers to serve, explore spirituality
Ignatian Volunteer Corps started in Maine last year to help serve the poor and marginalized in the community.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: We can’t let food sit and rot while our neighbors go hungry
Forgotten Orchard is encouraging Mainers to look for overlooked fruit along roadsides and in yards and see that it gets harvested and distributed.