The new facility adds 60% more capacity, helping Tedford Housing serve more people in a challenging time for groups helping unhoused people.
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Gov. Mills, housing advocates say Trump administration cuts to homeless programs put hundreds at risk
Maine could lose $13.5 million in housing assistance funds, putting more than 1,200 currently in stable housing at risk, under new directives from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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A Westbrook legend of the street is dead
Hawkins, a regular on the city streets, dies at age 56.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Candidates for Portland’s only contested City Council race see housing as top issue
Incumbent Councilor Pious Ali and political newcomer Sam Aborne are vying for an at-large seat.
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Are 40% of homeless people veterans? | Fact brief
The number of homeless veterans fell 8% nationwide between 2023 and 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Posted inMaine, News
Part of Riverside Trail closed indefinitely because of safety, maintenance concerns
Several homeless encampments had cropped up along the trail over the past year as city officials cracked down on public camping. That caused a roughly 1-mile stretch of the trail to fall into disrepair, the head of Portland Trails said.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Biddeford schools to honor influential community members
Biddeford educator Joyce Tarpy and photographer Maureen Grandmaison will be recognized at the Pillars of Pride event this month.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Maine law introduced by Kennebunk senator addresses student homelessness
LD 384 went into effect on Sept. 24, granting Maine schools the ability to provide financial assistance for students experiencing a housing crisis.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Heat danger: Maine’s most vulnerable at risk from rising summer temps
Last summer was Maine’s hottest on record and data show the state is getting hotter.
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MaineHousing releases $2.5 million for Lewiston homeless shelter
The critical funding from MaineHousing was promised if shelter operator Kaydenz Kitchen proved by Aug. 1 it could sustain operations for the new shelter for at least two years.