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Homeless in Maine

Published
August 3, 2023

Photo: Life on the road in Lewiston

A local man has been living in his car with his two dogs, most recently parked at the David Rancourt Preserve in Lewiston.
Published
June 29, 2023

‘We help two and 15 more move in’: Lewiston police continue to focus on the homeless

With more homeless people coming to Lewiston seemingly by the day, the number of complaints to police is also rising.
Published
May 8, 2023

Woman severely burned after falling into campfire in Auburn

The 40-year-old woman suffered burns over roughly half of her body and was listed in critical condition Monday at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Published
May 7, 2023

Homelessness in Maine: In search of solutions

Cities, towns and the state are struggling to find answers. Some may already exist.
Published
April 28, 2023

Augusta councilors ponder a spot for homeless people to camp as overnight shelter prepares to close

Some worry providing a place for homeless people to camp could create an influx of people from other parts of the state that would overwhelm local resources.

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Published
April 28, 2023

‘Quality of life’ or homeless crackdown in Lewiston?

Homeless say they are feeling the heat as the city presses its Neighborhood First initiative.
Published
April 28, 2023

Homeless in Maine: A new policing protocol shifts focus to assisting homeless people who need help

Local police agencies are grappling with a new protocol established by the Office of the Maine Attorney General that calls on authorities to not charge homeless people with minor crimes but instead focus on connecting them with service providers who may be able to help.
Published
April 28, 2023

Photos: A homeless woman’s journey from overdosing to recovery

Over the past year, Sarah Juliano has gone from living at a homeless encampment in Waterville to now recovering at a sober house in Winthrop. All photos by Morning Sentinel staff photographer Michael G. Seamans.
Published
April 26, 2023

Homeless people seek somewhere to camp when Augusta overnight warming center closes

A listening session organized by unhoused people in Augusta prompted discussion of the difficulties of homelessness. Councilors are considering whether to allow tents to be set up on city property.
Published
April 22, 2023

‘Stuff the Tent’ helps prepare homeless people for the closure of the warming center

Organizers of Saturday's event at South Parish Congregational Church collected money and items to pass along to those who are without housing in Augusta.