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  1. #SouthernMaine - #USM Student, Staff and Faculty

    Oakhurst Campus #FoodPantry

    "The Oakhurst Campus Food Pantry provides essential resources to the USM community to fight food insecurity and meet the basic needs of students, faculty, and staff using a self-assessed need model.

    "We believe individuals should have the autonomy to determine their current level of need and be empowered with accessible, equitable, and inclusive resources to alleviate and eliminate the need.

    "We distributed over 10,900 lbs of food to the USM community in 2022

    "There is no paperwork to fill out or expectation to 'prove' your current need in order to access the pantry; all you need is your current #UniversityOfMaineSystem (#UMS) ID. We do not limit how often you can access pantry resources.

    "We offer a wide range of food (non-perishable, cold, and frozen), household, and personal goods. Shop in-person at our Portland campus location or submit a pre-order online, available for pick-up in #PortlandME, #GorhamME, and #Lewiston-#Auburn Campus.

    "The Pantry has experienced a steady increase in need over the last 18+ months as reflected in our data; resources distributed, spending to stock pantry items, and the number of people being served. Pantry regulars include undergraduate and graduate students, domestic and international students, and university staff and faculty. What was once supplemental for many people, has become a resource they regularly depend upon."

    FMI:
    usm.maine.edu/dean-of-students

    #MaineFoodPantries #FoodInsecurity #SNAP #SNAPCuts #USM #USMCommunity #Maine #FoodPantries

  2. #DemocracyNow - #ImmigrantRights Leader in #Maine Says #ICERaids Caused Panic & “Wave of Fear”

    February 03, 2026

    "Activists in Maine are resisting #ICE immigration raids in #PortlandME and #LewistonME that the #Trump administration dubbed 'Operation Catch of the Day.' The immigrant community in Maine has grown in recent years, with an influx of #AsylumSeekers and #Somali immigrants in particular. 'As a small state, community means a lot,' says #MufaloChitam, executive director of the Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition, adding that her organization has received thousands of phone calls to their immigrant support hotline in recent weeks."

    Read more / watch / listen:
    democracynow.org/2026/2/3/port

    #MaineResists #ResistICE #DefundICE #DefundBorderPatrol #MIRC #NewMainers #CatchOfTheDay #ICESucks #ICEOut #ICEOutOfMaine #MaineImmigrantRightsCoalition #ViewerSupportedNews

  3. #PortlandME - Another #ProtestOfOne (the 11am one had a few more folks I hear). I mostly received support, some raised fists and horns -- also "Traitor!" and some not nice things that I won't repeat. But I'm glad I was out there!
    #FreeMahmoudKhalil #FreeMahmoud #resistance #ResistFascism #ResistTrump #MaineResists

  4. Portland Hearts of Pine
    🇺🇸 USL League One
    2025-26 "Woods & Water" Home Kit

    If you’d like one, I sell these 5.5-inch tall brick collectibles on Etsy:
    etsy.com/listing/4340598795/55

    #USL #PortlandME #Maine #UptheHearts #3dPrinting

  5. So, someone commented on hubby's BlueSky post that the #April19th #PortlandME rally was BIGGER than the #April5th rally (it was getting bigger as we were leaving at a little after 1pm...)

    #HandsOff #DayOfAction #MaineResists

  6. Some great photos of the #PortlandME #April19th protest! Leave it to #MainePublic to have some great coverage!

    Thousands return to Portland as part of another day of rallies across Maine

    Maine Public | By Nicole Ogrysko
    Published April 19, 2025 at 5:15 PM EDT

    "Thousands of people gathered in Monument Square in Portland Saturday to protest what they say are threats to democracy, human rights and the U.S. Constitution from the Trump administration.

    "The rally was one of many that took place in more than a dozen towns across Maine and organized as part of a national day of action by groups across the state."

    Read more / view photos:
    mainepublic.org/politics/2025-

    #PortlandMaine #MaineResists #Resistance #DumpTrump #DayOfAction #FundCPB #PublicRadio #PublicTelevision #BadDOGE #HandsOff

  7. [Thread] Photos from the #PortlandME #April19th rally at #MonumentSquare. When we arrived at Noon, there was already a decent crowd. By the time we left at 1pm, more folks were streaming in (and it got a bit loud and overwhelming for me). But it was a good crowd, and we received lots of support from those driving by as well.

    #MaineResists #PortlandMaine #50501Movement #DayOfAction #Resistance

  8. Well this is a bummer. I get that #FoodStamp fraud prevention is important, but I think the penalty was too harsh. And apparently, the local grocer was unable to bounce back. When I worked for the Reiche School Library, I admired what a gem Fresh Approach was for the neighborhood. Kids and teachers would gather there after school. It was (and still is) a hopping little place. And while I would love to see another local grocery store or a food co-op go into that space, considering the rent increases in #PortlandME because of #gentrification, that probably isn't going to happen.

    #FreshApproach market in Portland’s West End will close

    Chet and Peggy Knights say they weren’t able to overcome the loss in business after their SNAP license was revoked.

    by Peggy Grodinsky, May 13, 2026

    " 'With deep regret and broken hearts,” grocers Chet and Peggy Knights announced on social media Wednesday that they are closing Fresh Approach, their longtime West End store.
    The Knights have run the classic neighborhood market, located on Brackett Street opposite Reiche Elementary School, for 34 years.
    'I’m very sad to hear the news,' said Reiche teacher Kevin Brewster, who was waiting at the lunch counter for his meatball sandwich at noon Wednesday. 'It’s a neighborhood institution.' "

    [...]

    "The store lost its license to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in February 2025, after an undercover compliance agent was able to purchase ineligible nonfood items. Their Facebook post acknowledged the wrongdoing, and noted that after 11 months, the Knights were able to renew the license.

    "But that long stretch without 'a very big part of our business' took its toll. A neighborhood-sponsored GoFundMe campaign helped the beloved store survive the immediate crisis, but even at the time, the Knights said they were unsure it would be enough to save the store."

    pressherald.com/2026/05/13/fre

    Archived version:
    archive.md/3xduI

    #MaineNews #NeighborhoodStores #FoodDeserts #FreshFood #Maine

  9. #Protesters rally at #PortlandME Jetport against #AveloAirlines' #ICEDeportation flights

    July 14, 2025

    PORTLAND, Maine (WGME) -- "A group gathered outside the Portland Jetport on Saturday to rally against Avelo Airlines for working with ICE.

    "Since May, the airline has been carrying out deportation flights in Arizona for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

    "Shortly after starting their flights for ICE, #Avelo began offering nonstop flights between #NewHavenCT, and Portland.

    " 'Whether or not it’s a public airport, we don't believe that anyone who’s violating anyone else’s #HumanRights, any business should be allowed to continue and be allowed to receive incentives from the airport,' said Rachel Weinstein, a protester at the #PortlandJetport.

    "A spokesperson for Avelo says their #HomelandSecurity charters are only based out of Arizona and are not affiliated with Portland Jetport commercial services."

    Source:
    msn.com/en-us/news/us/proteste

    #MaineResists #ResistICE #ICEKidnapping #USPol #MainePol #ICEProtests #BoycottAvelo #HumanRightsAreNeverWrong

  10. Tusk Is a Generational Restaurant. Aviv Made Me Realize That.

    The word I keep hearing a lot lately is “generational.” As in, Kendrick Lamar is a generational rapper or Sidney Crosby is a generational hockey player. Why is the term is t…
    #dining #cooking #diet #food #MediterraneanSalads #Aviv #Israelifood #Mediterranean #Mediterraneansalads #Portlandmediterraneanfood #Portlandveganfood #TalCaspi
    diningandcooking.com/2559445/t

  11. So, @blockforest , I had been saving your #MothMan block print card for a special occasion, and now that occasion is here. The International #Cryptozoology Museum is moving to #BangorME, so I am donating your lovely card as well as a Moth Man plush to the museum for their new digs! (They are currently in #PortlandME, but are moving next year). I'm sure they will find a nice spot in the Moth Man exhibit for these new items!

    #MothManCards #BlockPrints #Art #MothManPlush #Squishables #InternationalCryptolozoologyMuseum

  12. More of this, please! No #GorhamSpur! More #PublicTransit!

    #GreaterPortlandMetro launching transit service to #ScarboroughME

    Greater Portland Metro says it will be launching a new bus service connecting Scarborough and #PortlandME

    SCARBOROUGH, Maine — "Greater Portland Metro says it is launching a new bus service connecting Scarborough and Portland along Route 1.

    "The service is expected to run seven days a week and provide access to medical facilities, shopping, and regional employment centers. Exact stops and schedules are still being finalized, according to a news release.

    "The Maine Turnpike Authority approved $3.5 million over five years to support the project.

    "Scarborough Town Manager Thomas Hall said the route supports the town's transportation goals and could help reduce traffic.

    "Public meetings will be scheduled to allow residents to provide feedback, the release stated. A survey is also available here.

    "Greater Portland Metro serves Portland, South Portland, Westbrook, Falmouth, Yarmouth, Freeport, Brunswick, Gorham, Scarborough, and Bath."

    newscentermaine.com/article/tr

    #SolarPunkSunday #Maine #BusService #LightRail #MoreBuses #LessCars

  13. 2025 - 2025 #WarmingShelters

    On September 23, Governor Janet Mills and MaineHousing announced $2.3 million in state grants to support the operation of 12 overnight emergency warming centers in seven Maine counties this winter. The following warming centers will operate during the 2025 - 2026 winter season:

    Bangor Area Homeless Shelter - #BangorME
    City of Portland - #PortlandME
    City of Sanford - #SanfordME
    Healthy Acadia - #EllsworthME
    Homeless Services of Aroostook - #AroostookME
    Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter - #WatervilleME
    New Beginnings - #LewistonME
    Seeds of Hope - #BiddefordME
    Augusta Emergency Overnight Warming Center - #AugustaME
    State Street Church - #PortlandME
    Tedford - #BrunswickME

    Source:
    mainehousing.org/news/public-n

    @newsbot

    #Unhoused #Homeless #ArcticBlast #WarmingCenters #Maine #ExtremeCold #Houseless #PolarVortex

  14. 2025 - 2025 #WarmingShelters

    On September 23, Governor Janet Mills and MaineHousing announced $2.3 million in state grants to support the operation of 12 overnight emergency warming centers in seven Maine counties this winter. The following warming centers will operate during the 2025 - 2026 winter season:

    Bangor Area Homeless Shelter - #BangorME
    City of Portland - #PortlandME
    City of Sanford - #SanfordME
    Healthy Acadia - #EllsworthME
    Homeless Services of Aroostook - #AroostookME
    Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter - #WatervilleME
    New Beginnings - #LewistonME
    Seeds of Hope - #BiddefordME
    Augusta Emergency Overnight Warming Center - #AugustaME
    State Street Church - #PortlandME
    Tedford - #BrunswickME

    Source:
    mainehousing.org/news/public-n

    @newsbot

    #Unhoused #Homeless #ArcticBlast #WarmingCenters #Maine #ExtremeCold #Houseless #PolarVortex

  15. 2025 - 2025 #WarmingShelters

    On September 23, Governor Janet Mills and MaineHousing announced $2.3 million in state grants to support the operation of 12 overnight emergency warming centers in seven Maine counties this winter. The following warming centers will operate during the 2025 - 2026 winter season:

    Bangor Area Homeless Shelter - #BangorME
    City of Portland - #PortlandME
    City of Sanford - #SanfordME
    Healthy Acadia - #EllsworthME
    Homeless Services of Aroostook - #AroostookME
    Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter - #WatervilleME
    New Beginnings - #LewistonME
    Seeds of Hope - #BiddefordME
    Augusta Emergency Overnight Warming Center - #AugustaME
    State Street Church - #PortlandME
    Tedford - #BrunswickME

    Source:
    mainehousing.org/news/public-n

    @newsbot

    #Unhoused #Homeless #ArcticBlast #WarmingCenters #Maine #ExtremeCold #Houseless #PolarVortex

  16. 2025 - 2025 #WarmingShelters

    On September 23, Governor Janet Mills and MaineHousing announced $2.3 million in state grants to support the operation of 12 overnight emergency warming centers in seven Maine counties this winter. The following warming centers will operate during the 2025 - 2026 winter season:

    Bangor Area Homeless Shelter - #BangorME
    City of Portland - #PortlandME
    City of Sanford - #SanfordME
    Healthy Acadia - #EllsworthME
    Homeless Services of Aroostook - #AroostookME
    Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter - #WatervilleME
    New Beginnings - #LewistonME
    Seeds of Hope - #BiddefordME
    Augusta Emergency Overnight Warming Center - #AugustaME
    State Street Church - #PortlandME
    Tedford - #BrunswickME

    Source:
    mainehousing.org/news/public-n

    @newsbot

    #Unhoused #Homeless #ArcticBlast #WarmingCenters #Maine #ExtremeCold #Houseless #PolarVortex

  17. Hello Portland, We all know that crab legs taste better while spinning on top of a hotel, so let's help Portland, Oregon finally become a world-class city like New York, NY; Seattle, WA; Toronto ON or Covington, KY by giving me as much money as you can spare to build a downtown revolving restaurant that will make me money and give you civic pride!

    #portlandrevolvingrestaurant #sendmoney #imanideaperson #givetilithurts #portland

  18. Hello Portland, We all know that crab legs taste better while spinning on top of a hotel, so let's help Portland, Oregon finally become a world-class city like New York, NY; Seattle, WA; Toronto ON or Covington, KY by giving me as much money as you can spare to build a downtown revolving restaurant that will make me money and give you civic pride!

    #portlandrevolvingrestaurant #sendmoney #imanideaperson #givetilithurts #portland

  19. Hello Portland, We all know that crab legs taste better while spinning on top of a hotel, so let's help Portland, Oregon finally become a world-class city like New York, NY; Seattle, WA; Toronto ON or Covington, KY by giving me as much money as you can spare to build a downtown revolving restaurant that will make me money and give you civic pride!

    #portlandrevolvingrestaurant #sendmoney #imanideaperson #givetilithurts #portland

  20. I guess it wasn't quite that peaceful. When I was there, everything was chill, but afterwards...

    Police arrest 2 protesters after ‘#NoKings’ rally in Portland

    by Paul Koenig

    "Portland police officers arrested two protesters on Saturday following the 'No Kings' demonstration, a nationwide movement opposing the Trump administration.

    "Similar protests were held across the country and in more than 30 communities around Maine, including Bangor, where hundreds of demonstrators gathered at the city’s waterfront. Portland’s demonstrations drew thousands of attendees, according to the Portland Press Herald.

    "The Portland protests in Monument Square and Lincoln Park were relatively peaceful, according to the Portland Police Department.

    "But following the rally, as police officers were directing traffic at the intersection of Congress and Franklin streets, a Portland woman who was ordered to get onto the sidewalk threw a water bottle that struck a police officer, according to Brad Nadeau, spokesperson for the Portland Police Department.

    "Police arrested the woman, Jennie Joan Ferrare, 35, for assault and obstructing a public way.

    "As officers were arresting the woman, Tyler J. McGrath of Falmouth 'blew an air horn directly at an officer from a close proximity, causing immediate pain in his ears,' Nadeau said. McGrath, 27, was charged with assault.

    "Both were transported to Cumberland County Jail."

    Source:
    bangordailynews.com/2025/06/14

    Archived version:
    archive.ph/zws3n

    #PortlandME #MaineResists #MainePol #TrafficInterference #MaineProtests

  21. #Maine protesters call out #SenatorSusanCollins for not holding a town hall in 25 years

    Story by Allyson Lapierre, WGME, March 16, 2025

    PORTLAND, Maine (WGME) -- "Dozens of protesters took to Congress Square Park in #PortlandME on Sunday, calling on Senator Susan Collins to hold a town hall for her constituents.

    "The group #IndivisibleGreaterPortland says Senator Collins has not held a town hall for Mainers in over 25 years. So, on Sunday, the group held a town hall without her.

    "Participants voiced concerns about federal cuts from #DOGE, #tariffs, and Trump's talk about taking over #Greenland and Gaza.

    "'People are scared. People have questions. People need answers. People don't understand what's going on. Things are just moving too fast, and they're out of touch with their elected officials who basically are sending form letters and not explaining their votes,' Marie Follayttar, who attended the event, said.

    "CBS13 reached out to Senator Collins for a response but did not hear back."

    Source:
    msn.com/en-us/news/politics/pr
    #MaineResists #MaineResistance #Indivisible #MaineProtests #UselessSusanCollins #USPol

  22. [2/7] #PineTreeActivism Calendar

    MAINE RESISTANCE EVENTS
    MAY 23 - MAY 29, 2025
    =====================
    EVERY EFFORT COUNTS!

    FLOOD the Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121
    #Resist & #SaveMedicaid

    REPOST & SHARE!
    Updated Fri, May 23, 8:55AM

    SAT, MAY 24, 2025

    MAY 24, Sat 11-12:00PM (& every Sat) – #LubecME
    81 Washington St, across from IGA
    Weekly Peaceful Protest - Using nonviolence & peaceful protest, we stand together to take our country back from the billionaire takeover.

    MAY 24, Sat 11-12 noon (& every Sat) – #PortlandME
    City Hall Plaza, 389 Congress St
    EVERY SATURDAY-11AM-PROTEST @ CITY HALL THIS WEEK!
    Come speak truth to trump's increasing use of unlawful authoritarian power. His main goal is to enrich himself and the billionaire class.
    Speakers welcomed. Bring a friend. Creative signs applauded.

    MAY 24, Sat 11-12:00PM (& Saturdays through May) – #SouthPortlandME
    Erskine Park, end of Casco Bay Bridge
    #HandsOff Rallies – Every Saturday at the Casco Bay Bridge in SoPo.

    MAY 24, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – #AuburnME
    Court St, Longley Bridge
    #StopFascismNow Rally – Our lives and the lives of our children depend on it. Bring your friends, neighbors, and tired masses, yearning to be free.

    MAY 24, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – #BelfastME
    Belfast Post Office, 1 Franklin St
    Stand for Democracy and the Rule of Law – Join us for peaceful protest and fight to preserve democracy.

    MAY 24, Sat 12:00-1:00PM (& every Sat) – #BlueHillME
    Town Hall, 18 Union St
    Join Us in Weekly Peaceful Protest

    MAY 24, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – #MachiasME
    16 O'Brien Ave, Veterans Memorial Triangle (bottom of College Hill)
    Every Saturday Rally: Bring signs telling #SusanCollins, #JaredGolden, and #AngusKing what you need them to do to protect people in Washington County and to save democracy. www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/778577/

    MAY 24, Sat 12-2:00PM (& every Sat) – #MillinocketME
    Corner of Central and Penobscot
    Peaceful Weekly Protest: Started early March 2025 with two people, this event gains every week. One of the older ongoing protests in Maine

    MAY 24, Sat 12-1:00PM – #RocklandME
    12-1:00PM: Chapman Park, 294 Main St (Park & Main)
    Sing Songs of #Resistance with The Audacity in Rockland – Patriots, Show Yourselves! Nonviolent Demonstration to Defend Democracy.
    www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/755899/

    @AIF_Massachusetts

    #Maine #MEPolitics #MaineResists #MaineEvents #BadDOGE #ResistAuthoritarianism
    #ResistFascism #USPol

  23. [2/3] #PineTreeActivism Calendar
    Events for May 10th & 11th, 2025

    Details confirmed as of May 8th

    Share/Repost so Mainers know where to #RESIST!
    Submit events to: [email protected]

    MAY 10, Sat 12:00-1:00PM (& every Sat) – #BlueHillME
    Town Hall, 18 Union St
    Join Us in Weekly Peaceful Protest

    MAY 10, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – #MachiasME
    16 O'Brien Ave, Veterans Memorial Triangle (bottom of College Hill)
    Every Saturday Rally: Bring signs telling Susan Collins, Jared Golden, and Angus King what you need them to do to protect people in Washington County and to save democracy. www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/778577/

    MAY 10, Sat 12-2:00PM (& every Sat) – #MillinocketME
    Corner of Central and Penobscot
    Peaceful Weekly Protest: Started early March 2025 with two people, this event gains every week. One of the older ongoing protests in Maine.

    MAY 10, Sat 12-1:00PM – #RocklandME
    12-1:00PM: Chapman Park, 294 Main St (Park & Main)
    Sing Songs of Resistance with The Audacity in Rockland – Patriots, Show Yourselves! Nonviolent Demonstration to Defend Democracy.
    www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/755899/

    MAY 10, Sat 12-1:00PM (& every Sat) – #WaldoboroME
    Rt1 & Main St (Park & Ride lot)
    Join Us in Pro-Democracy Protest

    MAY 10, Sat 12:30-1:30PM (& every Sat) – #BucksportME
    Bucksport-Verona Bridge
    Stand Out Against the Madness – dedicated weekly protest

    MAY 10, Sat 12:30-3:30PM – #PortlandME
    First Parish UU Church, 425 Congress St
    Faith-in-Action Community Forum – To provide clarity around current issues facing the immigrant community & offer guidance on how best to support those in need. Speakers & panelists, information tables, snacks. Co-sponsored: Maine #ImmigrantRights Coalition & Multifaith Justice Maine
    firstparishportland.org/events

    MAY 10, Sat 1-2:00PM (& every Sat) – #PortlandME
    Longfellow Square, Congress & State St
    Longfellow Stand Out – #StopTheGenocide
    Weekly stand-out in the heart of Portland: www.mvprights.org/events #MaineVoicesForPalestinianRights

    MAY 10, Sat 1-5:00PM – #BelfastME
    Belfast UU Church, 37 Miller St
    #ResistanceFaire - Full program: bit.ly/4jbWRJf

    cc: @AIF_Massachusetts

    #MaineResists #MaineEvents #FreePalestine #BadDOGE #ResistAuthoritarianism
    #ResistFascism #USPol

  24. Engineers Weigh Up Returning to #Ancient #RomanConcrete Recipes

    Carly Cassella
    Wed, July 30, 2025

    "The ancient Romans might have taught us a thing or two about manufacturing #sustainable concrete that lasts for thousands of years.

    "A new study has rigorously analyzed the raw materials and energy demands of their ancient recipe, revealing some useful ways to improve modern cement.

    "Surprisingly, researchers found that producing Roman mortar and concrete requires more water and more greenhouse gas emissions than #PortlandCement – the most common type of cement used in concrete today.

    "But while the initial energy costs may be steeper, Roman concrete formulations could ultimately prove more sustainable in the long run. That's because they may not need to be replaced or repaired as often."

    Read more:
    yahoo.com/news/articles/engine

    #Infrastructure #BuildingSustainably #MadeToLast #AncientTechnology #Concrete