A majority of city councilors has expressed support for the moratorium, which officials say would be used to consider further shelter regulations or licensing. Opponents say it’s unnecessary and may have unintended consequences.
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Biddeford looks to address growing homelessness but remains wary of building a shelter
York County’s biggest city has seen an increase in the number of people without stable housing.
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South Portland council to take up hotel licenses after city cites increased calls for service
The review comes as neighboring Portland continues to see high levels of need for emergency housing.
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Portland breaks ground on new homeless services center in Riverton
The center, which will replace the existing Oxford Street Shelter, will have 208 beds and is expected to open next year.
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‘Teetering on the edge’: Lewiston seeks new solutions to homelessness
The debate over a 24-hour shelter has amplified a growing problem. Can new initiatives change the bleak outlook?
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Man suspected of stalking, killing homeless people arrested
Gerald Brevard, 30, who lives in the Washington area, has a criminal history that includes assault.
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Gunman sought in killings of homeless men in New York, D.C.
Authorities also turn their attention to trying to offer what protections they can to those who might become targets.
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Maine Voices: End of South Portland hotels’ homeless-housing lease points to bigger problem
Too many Maine residents and officials think that homelessness and the individuals experiencing it can be pushed to the next town over.
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Two South Portland hotels will stop hosting homeless people because of complaints
Faced with criticism about some guests’ behavior, Days Inn and Comfort Inn near the Maine Mall will stop providing emergency shelter to people experiencing homelessness.
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Federal recovery money already committed to fighting homelessness and the housing crisis in Maine
Locally, some money will go to new shelters in Portland and Brunswick and to study the need for emergency shelter and other services in the Lakes Region.