A new chapter in housing: Hope Acts prepares to unveil the fully renovated Hope House
In September 1, the doors of Hope House will officially reopen, marking the culmination of a...
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Retiring Hope Acts Director Martha Stein reflects on immigration issues and community
As Hope Acts prepares to celebrate a major milestone and leadership transition, retiring Executive...
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A SEAFest across the sea brings Mainers together
By Raymond P. Diamond May 2 marked 2026’s annual SEAFest (Southeast Asian Heritage Festival), held...
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From training to action: a partnership uplifting immigrant families in Portland
By Rachel Ndjondjo On April 18, Elissa Armstrong, Portland coordinator for WindowDressers, met...
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Following the sweep: ACLU’s legal fight continues over January ICE arrests
By Andy O’Brien On April 14, the American Civil Liberties...
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International Women’s Day in Portland: Solidarity, culture, and hope at the heart of the diaspora
By Rachel Ndjondjo | Photo by Mark Mattos Every year on March 8, the world marks International...
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Bridging cultures in healthcare: a guide from a Maine community health leader
By Amy Harris Dr. Axels Samuntu’s recently self-published book, Bridging Cultures in Healthcare,...
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Ethiopia’s rising star YEMa electrifies audiences with authentic sound, soulful lyrics
By Samuel Getachew The historic Yared School of Music at Addis Ababa University was full of fans...
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Kenny Cole speaks about politics through art
Artist’s statement I have always been interested in how we humans define ourselves through...
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Refugee’s voice in harmony: Nyamuon Machar reimagines ‘Messiah’ to tell stories of survival, hope
By Éloge Willy Kaneza Wherever they go, refugees and immigrants carry stories of survival,...
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