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PublishedMarch 7, 2023
Temporary shelter for asylum seekers opens at Salvation Army in Portland
The shelter, which is being run by the Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition with state funding, was already at capacity when it opened Monday.
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PublishedFebruary 27, 2023
Influx of asylum seekers pushing Portland to brink of its ability to serve those in need
Roughly 80 people have been arriving per week since Jan. 1, putting the city in a dire situation and in need of more help, officials say.
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2023
Asylum seekers to move in to new South Portland apartments
Avesta Housing has received an occupancy permit for West End II and will begin moving asylum seekers in within a few weeks.
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PublishedFebruary 10, 2023
At Portland’s Family Shelter, people sleep sitting up – but state help is on the way
City staff and immigrants' advocates welcome MaineHousing's announcement about funding for 13 temporary overnight warming shelters statewide, including 3 in Portland.
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PublishedFebruary 3, 2023
Maine lawmakers renew push for faster work permits for asylum seekers
Efforts dating to 2015 have failed to gain traction in Congress, stalling in the polarized debates over immigration reform and border security.
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PublishedDecember 12, 2022
New projects may soon begin to ease housing burden for asylum seekers
Up to 175 units may be available in three communities by spring, with some expected to open as early as this month.
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PublishedNovember 28, 2022
Portland immigration clinic helps asylum seekers take ‘first step of a very long road’
With help from volunteers and nonprofits, more than 300 new Mainers fleeing persecution in other countries have recently begun the process of securing asylum – and safety.
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PublishedNovember 28, 2022
Coalition of towns hopes to raise money to house asylum seekers
The Greater Portland Council of Governments is trying to fundraise $2 million for a 200-unit transitional housing community.
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PublishedSeptember 18, 2022
Immigrants may hold a key to solving Maine’s labor shortage
As more people leave the state's workforce than enter it, new Mainers may play a vital role in filling the gaps.
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PublishedAugust 22, 2022
Avesta Housing plans apartments for asylum seekers in South Portland, Portland
The 100 units are under construction and expected to cost significantly less than hotels currently used as emergency shelters.
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