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Volunteers hold outreach event for Portland's unhoused community
PORTLAND, Maine — Volunteers in Portland held a community outreach day to support the city's unhoused community as the fall temperatures move in. Outreach volunteers served about 100 people on the corner of Oxford and Preble Streets Saturday afternoon, passing out donated blankets, hygiene products, backpacks, food, and more.
U.S. Surgeon General urges Mainers to prioritize social connection
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy recalled asking his daughter what she thinks he should do after his time in the position concludes. One could view asking a six-year-old for career advice as desperate, Murthy joked, but his daughter’s response underscored a need he’s been working to address country-wide. “She said, ‘I think you should […]
Maine DOE to Distribute Books About Immigrant Experiences to Every School District
There were two crates waiting for Valerie Smith, an elementary school librarian, when she arrived at the Sanford School Department’s central office on Monday. In one was a collection of 30 picture books featuring experiences of modern-day immigrants and their families, along with discussion prompts. In the other, a custom display built by Maine businesses […]
With a full lineup of dance, music, and theatre, Portland Ovations is ready for a new season
PORTLAND, Maine — In the last 10 or 20 years, Portland has earned a reputation for its lively arts scene. The nonprofit arts organization Portland Ovations might be justifiably amused by the relatively new buzz. After all, it’s been connecting artists and audiences through live performances in the area since 1931.
Portland child care facility moves forward with expansion plans
PORTLAND, Maine — A project bringing increased child care services and dozens of affordable housing units to Maine’s largest city is moving forward. The city recently gave the thumbs up and an interest-free $1 million loan to Youth and Family Outreach to expand its child care facility. Right...
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