Our View: Across Maine, nation, rise in hunger should set off alarm bells

Millions of Americans are having trouble putting food on the table, and things could get much worse if nothing is done.

Large turnout for Augusta food giveaway highlights need in central Maine

Augusta Food Bank Executive Director Bob Moore said more than 150 cars were lined up for a food giveaway at the Augusta Civic Center an hour before it began Thursday.

Local organizations step up to help feed people in need during pandemic

Growing to Give, a farm-based nonprofit in Brunswick, is ramping up production to help feed more people, while local farms and the Brunswick Topsham Land Trust are distributing seedlings to help people grow their own food.

Waterville’s Sacred Heart Soup Kitchen closes permanently

The soup kitchen, which operated at Sacred Heart Church for 40 years, closed temporarily when the coronavirus pandemic hit in March.

Musicians join in for Independence Day show to combat hunger

SummerFest ME's Ending Hunger at Home will feature more than 20 local, regional and national acts to raise money for two Maine organizations fighting food insecurity.

Our View: Open restaurants, closed polling places and meeting deep needs

A roundup of editorial topics in the 12th week of the coronavirus crisis in Maine.

Summer meals sites announced for Portland

The Wrap: Hugo’s will stay closed until fall, Tao Yuan owner launches a summer pop-up

Also, Chez Rosa opens for outdoor dining, and Little Woodfords is on the move.

New Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program offers cash to help feed Maine’s children

Families whose children get free or reduced-price meals will get $382 per child to compensate them for what they missed after schools closed.

Bayside Anchor named 11th site for Portland Public School meal distribution