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My heroes! 🥶
#Protesters in #AugustaMaine call out #Trump, #Musk on #PresidentsDay

Faced with cold temperatures and icy wind gusts, the protesters outside the #MaineStateHouse shielded their faces with homemade signs whose messages included "SAVE DEMOCRACY," "JUSTICE NOW" or "ARREST MUSK."

Original article:
centralmaine.com/2025/02/17/pr

Archived version:
archive.md/NcVJU
#PresidentsDayProtest #50501movement #5050Protest #SaveDemocracy #ArrestMusk #NotMyPresidentsDay #Maine

Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel · Protesters in Augusta call out Trump, Musk on Presidents DayFaced with cold temperatures and icy wind gusts, the protesters outside the Maine State House shielded their faces with homemade signs whose messages included "SAVE DEMOCRACY," "JUSTICE NOW" or "ARREST MUSK."
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Here's where to find #WarmingCenters around #Maine

by WGME Staff
Tue, January 21st 2025

Below is a list of warming shelters:

Augusta

- The Augusta Civic Center at 76 Community in Augusta is open as a warming center from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. No pets, drugs, alcohol or weapons in the facility.

- The South Parish Congregational Church at 34 Bridge St. in Augusta is open as a warming center. Call 207-213-6637 for more information.

Bangor

- The Mansion Church at 96 Center Street in Bangor (207) 249-9154 is open through March 31 from 6 pm. – 7 a.m. seven days a week. The shelter can accommodate 30 guests. No violence, drugs/alcohol on premises. Bag searches/pat downs.

- Hope House at 179 Corporate Drive in Bangor will be opening 8 life safety beds for snowstorms, low temps, and extreme weather. Call (207) 217-6713 for bed availability.

- Shaw House at 136 Union Street in Bangor is open 24 hours youth until 21st birthday. Call (207) 941-2874 or come by for shelter.

- The Well Warming Center/Jericho Road at 146 B Center Street in Bangor is open through March 31 Monday – Saturday from 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. No violence, drugs/alcohol on premises. Bag searches/pat downs.

- Brick Church at 126 Union Street in Bangor is open through April 15 from 4 p.m. - 7 a.m. seven days a week. Dinner at 4 pm. Can accommodate 30 guests. No violence, drugs/alcohol on premises. Bag searches.

- Bangor Area Homeless Shelter at 263 Main Street has a warming center that is currently open from 6 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. every day until March 21. Lunch is served at 11:45 a.m. every day to any adult in need.

Ellsworth

- Healthy Acadia at 24 Church Street in Ellsworth is open as a warming center seven nights a week from 4 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. until April 30. Meals, snacks, and beverages are available.

Lewiston

- New Beginnings at 436 Main Street in Lewiston is open as a warming center from 8 p.m. - 8 a.m. for ages 18-24.

- The City of Lewiston’s warming shelter at 551 Lincoln Street is open 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.

- Trinity Jubilee Center at 247 Bates Street in Lewiston is open as a warming center Monday-Saturday from 7:30 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Portland

- There will be a warming center opening up at First Parish Church at 425 Congress Street in Portland Monday- Wednesday nights (January 20-23). This shelter is opened as a temporary overnight warming shelter for unsheltered adults during periods of extreme cold or excessive snow, in addition to the permanent emergency shelters available to individuals experiencing homelessness 365 days a year.

Rockland

- Rockland Emergency Warming Center at the Rec/Flanagan Center in Rockland open for Jan. 20, Jan. 21, and Jan. 22 from 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. with warm meals and warm showers. The shelter is at 61 Limerock St. Enter through the back side door on Union Street.

Stow

- Warming center is open at Stow Town Hall at 710 Stow Rd. in Stow.

wgme.com/news/local/heres-wher
#BangorMaine #EllsworthMaine #PortlandMaine #RocklandMaine #StowMaine #LewistonMaine #AugustaMaine #WarmingShelters #ArcticBlast

WGME · Here's where to find warming centers around MaineSome Maine communities are opening warming shelters due to the bitter cold temperatures that are expected to last several days.
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I would love to attend the #PresidentsDayProtest in #AugustaMaine (assuming there is one going on), or stage a #ProtestOfOne in #PortlandMaine, but the weather in #Maine is not looking good. I will be bugging our #Congress members and will amplify what's going on everywhere else!

Meanwhile, here are some things you can do to support the #50501Movement...

buildtheresistance.org/feb-17

Build The Resistance50501 Day 2 — Build The Resistance
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Some good coverage of the #50501Movement protest in #AugustaMaine from #MainePublic -- you know, one of those "Radical" news outlets #Trump wants to defund!

Hundreds protest President Trump's agenda in Augusta during national day of action

Maine Public | By Kevin Miller
Published February 5, 2025

"Despite freezing temperatures, several hundred people gathered outside of the Maine State House on Wednesday to protest the Trump administration's chaotic, first two weeks in office.

"The event was part of a national day of protest in state capitals. But #Maine's rally also highlighted the growing frustrations among some #Democrats and #progressives about what they say is a weak response from #DemocraticLeaders.

"This movement is for the people and by the people. We do not need a party," said #NicholasJackson [my hero!] of Hallowell, who obtained a permit for the event after the local Democratic committee canceled a rally over fears of 'infiltrators.'"

Read more:
mainepublic.org/politics/2025-
#PeopleHaveThePower #50501Protests #AntiTrumpDemonstrations #ResistFascism #Resist #Resistance

WMEH · Hundreds protest President Trump's agenda in Augusta during national day of actionBy Kevin Miller
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I may have been by myself in #PortlandMaine today, but that wasn't the case a few weeks ago (while I was recovering from ick). #MaineResistance is real (and folks turned out in droves in #AugustaMaine today).

#Maine groups march against #Trump administration ahead of Inauguration Day

PORTLAND, Maine — "Maine-based groups took to the streets of Portland Saturday to protest the incoming Trump administration ahead of #InaugurationDay.

"#ThePeoplesMarch was hosted as a response to #Project2025, the far-right political roadmap that has been linked regularly to Donald Trump.

"'All people from all sides of the aisle, including Republicans and Democrats, have the duty to flag that #fascist policies are antidemocratic,' said march organizer Dania Bowie."

Read more:
wmtw.com/article/maine-groups-
#USPol #AntiTrumpDemonstrations

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I was at a protest of one today in #PortlandMaine (not the first time). Unfortunately, I wasn't there on #January20 because I was getting over being sick, but there was a great turnout that day.

And it seems #AugustaMaine had a decent turnout today as well, so that's good.

But even though I was there by myself, most folks who saw me were supportive, a few thanked me, and only one #MAGA-type said that my protest was "Bullshit!" To which I replied, "You'll find out soon enough."

I don't mind being a protest of one, but next time, I plan on bringing some pepper spray just in case, and some cash for unhoused folks - who were way more supportive than some of the well-off passerbys.

A person with white hair, wearing sunglasses, a black mask, and a black hoodie, standing on a street corner in the city. A sign that reads, "End Citizens United" is behind them.
Protest signs in the snow, near a sidewalk. 1. End Citizens United 2. Resist Fascism 3. There are No Jobs on a Dead Planet 4. Climate Change Weather Wheel
Protest signs in the snow, near a sidewalk, at the base of a statue. 1. Water Is Life 2. Climate Change Weather Wheel 4. Black Lives Matter 4. End Citizens United 5. Resist Fascism
#ProtestOfOne#50501Movement#50501Protests
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‘#DumpTrump’: More than 100 demonstrators gather in #AugustaMaine in national wave of protest
By: AnnMarie Hilton - February 5, 2025 1:10 pm

"Demonstrators stood in the frigid cold outside the #MaineStateHouse on Wednesday in protest of the Trump administration and the involvement of unelected billionaire Elon Musk in federal policy.

"Dozens of signs with messages such as 'Dump Trump' and '#StopElonsCoup' filled the space between the State House and the Cross Building as 150 to 200 protestors chanted about protecting the U.S. Constitution, saving education — a nod to President Donald Trump’s efforts to disband the Department of Education — and stopping the rise of #fascism.

"The protest coincided with a national day of action against Trump, condemning the administration’s moves during his first few weeks in office. Thousands of protesters showed up in #RaleighNorthCarolina on Wednesday, while other demonstrations were held across the country.

"The Kennebec County Democratic Committee had initially helped promote the local rally but in a Facebook post Tuesday said it had pulled its permits with Capitol Police after the event was 'infiltrated by bad actors.'

"However, people like Louis Sigel of Gardiner still decided to show up because he said they shouldn’t be intimidated by people looking to upend the protest. Sigel, who was wearing an #ACLU shirt and holding a sign that said 'Move the embassy back to Tel Aviv,
said he contacted other progressives he knew and told them to come, regardless of the change. "

mainemorningstar.com/briefs/du
#50501Movement #50501Protests #ResistFascism #Resist #Resistance #Maine

Maine Morning Star‘Dump Trump’: More than 100 demonstrators gather in Augusta in national wave of protest • Maine Morning StarDemonstrators stood in the frigid cold outside the Maine State House on Wednesday in protest of the Trump administration and the involvement of unelected billionaire Elon Musk in federal policy.  Dozens of signs with messages such as “Dump Trump” and “Stop Elon’s coup” filled the space between the State House and the Cross Building as […]
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Some dedicated folks in #AugustaMaine showed up for the #50501Movement protest today -- despite the original organizers backing out because of threats from "bad actors". Kudos to those hardy souls who showed up anyways! (And who are there until 8pm tonight)

#AntiTrump protest draws hundreds to #Maine State House Wednesday

"I went to bed and woke up in a different country," said one protester.

centralmaine.com/2025/02/05/an

Anti-Trump protest in Augusta still on despite confusion

Two organizers dropped out, but the event, part of a nationwide day of protest, is still set for noon at the State House.

"A protest against President Donald Trump scheduled for Wednesday afternoon at the State House is expected to go on, despite its two official organizers canceling because of “bad actors looking to spread hate, misinformation, and turmoil.”

"Protests are expected the same day at state capitals across the country in response to orders made by President Trump in his first two weeks of his second term, as well as #Project2025, a playbook by the conservative #HeritageFoundation for changing American government and society whose contributors have been hired throughout the Trump administration.

"The protest is scheduled between noon-8 p.m.

"#KennebecCountyDemocrats and a group called the #WomensMarchAugusta, Maine, both took out permits for the protest and were set to act as co-sponsors.

"However, on Tuesday both groups rescinded their official involvement in the event 'out of an abundance of caution.'

"'The event planned for tomorrow has been infiltrated by bad actors looking to spread hate, misinformation, and turmoil,' the group said in a post on its Facebook page.

“'We have pulled our permit with the Capitol Police and any one who shows up will be considered on their own. People should know we expect bad actors to show up to cause havoc please be vigilant and careful if you do decide to go anyway,' said the post.

"However, another community member has since secured a permit, so the protest is still on."

pressherald.com/2025/02/04/tru
#50501Protests #ResistFascism #Resist #MaineResistance

Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel · Anti-Trump protest draws hundreds to Maine State House Wednesday"I went to bed and woke up in a different country," said one protester.
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I'm planning to show up in #PortlandMaine -- probably Monument Square. I'll see who is around! #AugustaMaine has an event planned as well. Hopefully, some of the usual spots will have protests (#BIW, #BrunswickMaine, etc.)

National '50 States' #AntiTrump Protest Planned for Feb 5: What to Know

Published Feb 03, 2025

"The #50501Movement—or 50 states, 50 protests, one day—is garnering support throughout social media over its plan to stage demonstrations across the nation to '#FightFascism" on February 5.

"The movement has a website at 50501movement.carrd.co and is active on Instagram, Reddit, Bluesky, Discord and Signal.

"The group is calling for protests at each state capitol building. The information and start time vary by location.

"Information on 50501 Movement's Instagram at the time of writing indicates that meetings will take place at the following times (local) and locations:

- Arizona – State Capitol at noon
- California – State Capitol Building at noon
- Colorado – State Capitol Building at noon
- Florida – Tampa City Hall at 3 p.m.
- Georgia – Centennial Park at 2 p.m.
- Idaho – State Capitol steps at 11 a.m.
- Illinois – State Capitol Building at noon
- Indiana – State Capitol Building at noon
- Iowa – State Capitol at noon
- Kansas – State Capitol Building at 4 p.m.
- Kentucky – State Capitol Building at noon
- Maine - Statehouse at noon
- Massachusetts – Statehouse at noon
- Michigan – State Capitol at noon
- Minnesota – St. Paul Technical College at noon
- Mississippi – State Capitol at noon
- Missouri – State Capitol Building at noon
- Montana – State Capitol at noon
- Nebraska – State Capitol at 4 p.m.
- New Hampshire – Statehouse at noon
- New Jersey – Statehouse at noon
- New York – Capitol Building at noon and New York City Hall at 2 p.m.
- North Carolina – State Capitol Building at noon
- Ohio – Statehouse at noon and Willard Park at 4 p.m.
- Oklahoma – State Capitol at noon
- Oregon – State Capitol Building at noon
- Pennsylvania – State Capitol Complex at 11 a.m., Williams S. Moorhead Federal Building in Pittsburgh at 11 a.m. and Philadelphia City Hall at noon
- South Dakota – Downtown Federal Courthouse at 3 p.m.
- Tennessee – State Capitol at 1:30 p.m.
- Texas – State Capitol at 11 a.m. and San Jacinto Plaza at 4 p.m.
- Vermont – State Capitol at noon
- Virginia – Bell Tower at 12:30 p.m.
- Washington – Tivoli Fountain North Lawn at 2:30 p.m.
- Washington, D.C. – Capitol Building at 11 a.m.
- Wisconsin – State Capitol at 11 a.m.
- Wyoming – Capitol at 2 p.m.

newsweek.com/50-states-anti-tr

Newsweek · National "50 States" anti-Trump protest planned for Feb 5: What to knowThere is a social media following creating protests at state capitols across the country on Wednesday.
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#Maine Winter Farmers’ Markets 2024 – 2025

Augusta Farmers’ Market*
Tue, 3-5pm; weekly
Mid-Nov through Apr,
22 Armory St, #AugustaMaine

Bangor Farmers’ Market*
1st & 3rd Sun, 11am-1pm
Dec to Apr
26 Front St, Sea Dog Brewing Co. Banquet Room, #BangorMaine

Bar Harbor Winter Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market
Sun, 9:30am-12:30pm; every other week starting Nov 10
Nov through Apr
36 Mount Desert St, #BarHarborMaine

Bath Farmers’ Market*
Sat, 9am-12pm; weekly
Nov through Apr 15
27 Commercial St, #BathMaine

Belfast Farmers’ Market
Fri, 9am-12pm; weekly
Nov through Apr
21 Schoodic Dr, #BelfastMaine

Belfast – United Farmers Market of Maine*
Sat, 9am-2pm; weekly
Year-round
18 Spring St, #BelfastMaine

Berwick Winter Farmers’ Market
Sun, 10am-1pm; starts Nov 24, then 2nd Sun monthly until Apr
Nov through Apr, 11 Sullivan St, #BerwickMaine

Blue Hill Winter Farmers’ Market*
Sat, 10am-12pm; weekly
Dec to late May
7 Rope Ferry Rd, #SedgwickMaine

Bridgton Winter Farmers’ Market*
Sat, 9am-12pm; weekly
Nov through Apr
166 Harrison Rd, #BridgtonMaine

Brunswick Winter Market
Sat, 9am-12:30pm; weekly
Nov through Apr
14 Maine St, #BrunswickMaine

Dover Cove Farmers’ Market
Every other Sat, 9am-1pm; starts Sat before Thanksgiving
Nov to May
1049 W Main St, #DoverFoxcroftMaine

Downtown Waterville Farmers’ Market
Thu, 2-5pm; weekly
Dec through Apr
150 Main St, #WatervilleMaine

Farmington Farmers’ Market*
Sat, 10am-1pm; weekly
Nov through Apr
130 Quebec St, #FarmingtonMaine

Freeport #HarraseeketGrange Farmers’ Market
Wed, 3-6pm; weekly
Nov to Apr
13 Elm St, #FreeportMaine

Greater Gorham Winter Market
1st and 3rd Sat, 9am-1pm
Nov through Mar
75 South St, #GorhamMaine

Greenwood Farmers’ Market
Every other Friday, 4pm-6pm
late Sept – early June
270 Main St. (Rt. 26), #GreenwoodMaine

Hampden Farmers’ Market*
Fri, 2-5:30pm; every other Fri starting Jan
Dec through Apr
177 Cold Brook Rd, #HampdenMaine

Orono Winter Farmers’ Market*
Sat, 9am-12pm (Dec: weekly; Jan-Apr: 2nd & 4th Sat)
Dec to Apr
6 Goodridge Dr, #OronoMaine

Portland Winter Farmers’ Market
Sat, 9am-1pm; weekly
Dec 7, 2024 – Apr 12, 2025
631 Stevens Ave, Portland

Rockland Farmers’ Market Season Extension
Thu, 9am-12pm; closed Thanksgiving
Nov and Dec (through Christmas)
61 Limerock St, #RocklandMaine

Rockport Farmers’ Market
Sat, 9am-12pm; weekly
Year-round
310 Commercial St, #RockportMaine

Skowhegan Farmers’ Market
1st and 3rd Sat, 10am-1pm
Dec through Apr
42 Court St, #SkowheganMaine

Somerville – Farmers’ Market at Pumpkin Vine Family Farm
One Sun per month (see online), 11am-2pm
Nov to Feb
217 Hewett Rd, #SomervilleMaine

South Berwick – Tri-Town Winter Farmers’ Market*
Select Sundays (see online): 10am-1pm
Nov to Apr
49 Academy St, Marshwood Great Works School, #SouthBerwickMaine

South Portland Farmers’ Market
Sun, 10am-2pm; weekly
Nov through Apr
829 Sawyer St, #SouthPortlandMaine

Wilton Farmers’ Market
1st and 3rd Sat, 10am-1pm
Nov to Apr
386 Main St, Congregational Church, #WiltonMaine

Source:
mainefarmersmarkets.org/winter

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChange #Resiliency #FoodSecurity #FoodJustice #FarmersMarkets #MaineFarms #MaineFarmersMarkets

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More of this, please...! Though we need more AFFORDABLE HOUSING, not just "Market Rate".

Old #ShoppingPlazas could see new life as #housing in #Maine

With #VacantStorefronts becoming a common sight, municipalities are exploring redevelopment to meet growing housing needs.

Caroline LeCour
November 7, 2024

AUGUSTA, Maine — "On the hunt to create more housing stock in Maine, more municipalities are eyeing vacant retail #ShoppingMalls as the solution.

"After the former #KMart at the #AugustaPlaza closed its doors, many city leaders eyed the location for its potential.

"'The redevelopment of the K-Mart plaza has been a priority for the city and city council for over four years now,' Augusta Director of Economic Development Keith Luke said.

"Now, a new proposal is looking to re-develop the space into a hotel, retail space, and 60 market-rate apartments. Its something Luke says is needed in the city.

"'These are bringing quality market rate units to the city because we have a need in central Maine for housing at every level,' he said, 'It's hard not to envision it will be tremendously successful.'

"A similar proposal was approved in #KitteryMaine earlier this year, to re-develop the location of former outlet stores, partially into more than 100 apartments.

"To encourage this interest coming from municipalities, Republican Representative Richard Campbell introduced legislation last year to equip towns and cities when looking to re-zone from commercial to residential; something that can at times pose a challenge.

"'Most of the local zoning, residential is not allowed in those commercial zones,' Campbell said. 'What this does is encourages the towns to consider residential in the commercial, especially in the big box, mall zones.'

"Augusta's city council members are set to take up contract zoning requests for the Augusta Plaza proposal next week. City leaders hope to start construction next spring."

Read more:
newscentermaine.com/article/ne

www.newscentermaine.comBefore you continue to YouTube
#MoreHousingLessMalls#AffordableHousing#MaineHousing
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Central #Maine smashes third temperature record in a week

Augusta's high temperature Wednesday tied the warmest temperature ever recorded at the site in the month of November

by Ethan Horton, November 6, 2024

AUGUSTA — "Central Maine set yet another heat-related record Wednesday, marking the third time in the past week a daily temperature record has been broken.

"Wednesday’s unofficial high temperature reached 76 F (24.4 C) in #AugustaMaine and 73 degrees (22.7 C) in #WatervilleMaine, breaking the local record of 72 degrees (22.2 C), set in 2022. The area also broke records on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, easily surpassing high temperature records set in 1956 and 2003, respectively.

"The #PortlandMaine area broke a record for the entire month Wednesday: The high of 79 degrees F (26.1 C) shattered the warmest temperature ever recorded at the site in the month of November, set at 75 degrees F (23.8 C) on Nov. 5, 2022. Augusta’s high temperature Wednesday tied the area’s all-time November record."

Read more:
centralmaine.com/2024/11/06/ce

Archived version:
archive.ph/cjLkB

Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel · Central Maine smashes third temperature record in a weekAugusta's high temperature Wednesday tied the warmest temperature ever recorded at the site in the month of November.
#ClimateDiary#ClimateDiaryMaine#ExtremeTemperatures
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