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Thanksgiving Day to bring Maine’s first snowfall, with up to 6 inches in some areas
The storm is expected to reach its height between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. and could bring 3 to 6 inches of snow to inland areas of the state.
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Toy Fund gets surge of requests for help as Maine families struggle
The Portland Press Herald Toy Fund is celebrating the 75th anniversary of its founding and facing an unexpected spike in demand for help.
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Julia Coady, Greene: From a book fair to a town parade, she’s giving neighbors reason to gather
The mother of two finds joy in building and sharing community.
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Dahlia Verrill, Falmouth: Advocate for trans athletes aims ‘to bridge divides and build community’
The 17-year-old started speaking up in support of her peers in middle school.
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Rae Ann Lajoie, Vassalboro: Coming through for people when they need it most
From taking people into her home to caring for family members, she’s always ‘doing something for someone.’
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Moon Machar, Portland: Making the outdoors accessible to asylum seekers
Following in her friend’s footsteps, Machar wants to share the many benefits of connecting with nature.
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Jamie Silvestri, Woolwich: Bringing kids ‘wholeness and health and healing’ through art
The founder of ArtVan has been bringing supplies to neighborhoods of kids for 20 years.
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Clint Brooks, Jay: Caretaker is motivated by making a difference in everyday life
The former paper mill worker has found purpose working with people with intellectual disabilities.
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Warren Graver, Freeport: Connecting kids in foster care to their community
A contractor for the state’s child and family services, he uses his network to create opportunities.