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Editorials, Opinion

Our View: First of all, homeless need stable housing

by The Editorial Board December 11, 2019December 27, 2019

The death of a Brunswick man shows the importance of a permanent, affordable place to live.

Council postpones vote on shelter recommendations

by Michael Kelley November 19, 2019

The council will hold a workshop on how to operate the new Riverside Street homeless shelter in the coming weeks before taking the matter back up Dec. 16.

Nation & World

Trump administration ousts top homelessness official as White House prepares broad crackdown

by Jeff Stein The Washington Post November 16, 2019November 16, 2019

Matthew Doherty, who was appointed in 2015 under the Obama administration, tells colleagues that the current administration ‘no longer wishes to have me.’

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Many valid questions remain about Riverton homeless shelter

by Megan Madden Special to the Press Herald October 23, 2019October 22, 2019

Transportation, the disruption of client-provider ties and the exact number of beds are among the issues that require more consideration.

Maine

Homeless Veterans Stand Down ‘got the ball rolling’ for veteran to find housing, work

by Abigail Austin October 17, 2019October 17, 2019

Saturday’s annual event at Togus will provide medical services, housing connections and other support to homeless veterans across Maine.

Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster

Proposed policies for new shelter debated

by Michael Kelley October 15, 2019

The committee may be ready to start making policy decisions about the new shelter Oct. 22.

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Our communities are safer when we support people living in fear

by Rebecca Hobbs Special to the Press Herald October 10, 2019October 9, 2019

Take action against domestic abuse: If someone you know is a target, check in with them. If you see someone acting controlling, tell them that’s not OK.

Editorials, Opinion