It's not clear when Mainers who rely on the federal food assistance program known as SNAP will start receiving full benefits. On Friday, Gov. Janet Mills said it would happen this week, but a subsequent U.S. Supreme Court ruling allows the Trump administration to continue to withhold funds temporarily.

Amid the uncertainty, the Eastern Area Agency on Aging is setting up grab and go meal sites for SNAP recipients who are 60 and over and for those who are at least age 18 with a disability. The effort is supported by state funds.

The sites will be at different locations throughout the week in Penobscot, Piscataquis, Washington, and Hancock counties. Nutrition services director Chris Street says people can take home five meals, and the meals are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

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