The debate over a 24-hour shelter has amplified a growing problem, but can new initiatives change the bleak outlook?
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Posted inNation & World, News
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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Posted inNation & World, News
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.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine Compass: What a statewide housing crisis looks like up close
Too many Maine residents and officials think that homelessness and the individuals experiencing it can be pushed to the next town over.
Posted inLocal & State
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.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Temporary shelter for homeless set to move from Waterville to Augusta hotel
An ongoing lack of available affordable housing is making it hard for homeless people to leave what was meant to be a temporary shelter.
Posted inAmy Calder, Columns
Amy Calder: For one young Waterville couple, there’s no place like a home
Anna Zinkovitch and Kevyn Warren, homeless for several months, finally have an apartment in Waterville, thanks to help from Starfish Village Ministry and Kennebec Valley Community Action Program, Amy Calder writes.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Portland developer puts community before condos
Kevin Bunker sets a good example by building housing for homeless women who are dealing with substance use disorder.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Central Maine shelter officials warn subzero blast could be life-threatening for those lacking housing, adequate heat
Below freezing temperatures with wind chills as low as 22 degrees below zero are forecast to deep-freeze the Augusta-Waterville area.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine lawmakers study direct cash payments as anti-poverty tool
Bipartisan support exists for a 2019 basic income proposal that would supplement the safety net for Mainers in need.