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Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Groups working together to ensure safety of people experiencing homelessness in Portland

by Mark R. Swann Special to the Press Herald April 15, 2020April 14, 2020

Shelters have worked quickly to redefine themselves, setting aside spaces for people to isolate or quarantine.

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Portland falls short in stopping virus’ spread among homeless community

by Jeffery Logan Special to the Press Herald April 7, 2020April 6, 2020

Now city officials are demonizing people without homes, rather than explaining why they didn’t take expert advice to open more shelters earlier.

The Forecaster

John T. Gorman Foundation gives $500K to local groups

April 6, 2020April 6, 2020

PORTLAND — As part of its COVID-19 response, the John T. Gorman Foundation has awarded $500,000 in grants to 11 Maine non-profits working to provide food and shelter to Mainers in need during the outbreak, including Preble Street Resource Center, Wayside Food Programs and Southern Maine Boys and Girls Club. Preble Street received $75,000 to […]

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: We’ve had to stop volunteering at Preble Street – please take our place

by Susan Sterling Special to the Press Herald April 1, 2020April 1, 2020

People at lower risk of COVID-19 are urged to consider donating their time to organizations that can’t close their doors without abandoning the most vulnerable.