At a news conference, city and federal officials and anti-hunger advocates talked about nutrition programs being offered in the area to help those in need, especially children.
Cumberland county has 58 summer meal sights open to any child 18 and under. It ensures that those at risk of going hungry have access to healthy and nutritious meals. More than 12,000 students in Cumberland county are at risk of going hungry and the meals program really helps out.
Along with federal efforts, Portland mayor Michael Brennan has created a program called the Mayor's Initiative for a Healthy and Sustainable Food System. It looks to expand the availability of local and healthy foods.
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