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.

Colby students, residents help clean up Waterville’s South End

About 20 Colby College students in the college's civic engagement program on Saturday helped clean up litter, furniture, tires and other trash around the South End of Waterville as part of an effort by the South End Neighborhood Association.

Bath group launches replica of 400-plus-year-old ship after decades of work

Thousands gathered in Bath Saturday to watch the christening and launch of Virginia, a reconstruction of the first English-built oceangoing ship built in the Americas.

Edward Little students get to work serving their community

Nearly 1,000 Edward Little High School students participated in the school's first community service day since the pandemic began.

Festival of Hope needs volunteers

Lasagna Love arrives in Franklin County, seeking lasagna requests and volunteer chefs

Lasagna Love is "here to help" in the Franklin County region by cooking individuals in need of a lasagna.

PHOTOS: Poland volunteers pick up trash on Earth Day

Three high school friends joined a dozen more volunteers along Routes 122 and 26 after being fed up with the litter.

People on front lines battle squeeze on Maine’s EMS system

Thanks to them, 911 callers have yet to feel the pinch of rising costs and a jury-rigged and inadequate funding model.

Service organizations struggle to attract millennials

Groups like the Elks and Rotary are dealing with aging membership rolls, a common problem among service clubs.

Safe Voices to host 24-hour Helpline training

Safe Voices Helpline is often the first point of contact for those affected by domestic abuse, sex trafficking and exploitation who may be seeking support and resources.