The governor says he’ll continue to withhold bonds until the hospital debt is resolved.
Eric Russell
Staff Writer
Eric Russell has been a general assignment reporter at the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram since 2012 and has been a journalist in Maine since 2004. Because he doesn’t have a specific geographic or topical area to cover, Eric often is free to roam the state in pursuit of the most interesting stories, whether it’s tackling the big topic of the day or chasing ideas that fall just outside the boundaries of everyday news. His favorite assignments are ones where he can leave the office and meet with people in their homes or their workplaces to talk about their struggles and challenges – and sometimes their triumphs. Or to try and answer complicated questions. Eric grew up in Southern Maine, went to college at the University of Maine and worked in Bangor for eight years before joining the Press Herald. He lives in Brunswick with his wife, a school teacher, and two daughters.
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Excise tax evaders a problem near N.H.
Lebanon hires a constable to find violators, but other border towns say they lack resources to do so.
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York County reorganizes police coverage in 14 towns
In an effort to provide continuity of service, especially in investigations, the Maine State Police will be assigned to law enforcement duties in some towns, and York County sheriff’s deputies will be responsible for others.
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Strong’s conviction bad sign for Alexis Wright
Wednesday’s verdict could lead to plea discussions for the alleged Kennebunk prostitute.
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Greens seek to legalize pot in Portland
A committee plans to collect signatures for a referendum on making marijuana possession legal in the city.
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Maine rape suspect’s girlfriend charged in child-abuse case
Holly Colfer, 33, was arrested and charged with one count of endangering the welfare of a child.
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State seeks mental evaluation in Biddeford double homicide
Landlord James Pak, 75, has been held in connection with the deaths of two teenagers since December.
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As double-dipping grows, so does scrutiny of state pensions
Maine lawmakers, who’ve taken steps to discourage the practice, largely agree the public retirement system can’t be sustained in the long term.
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Ex-prosecutor who fled Maine printed fake checks
Court documents reveal how James Cameron planned to pay expenses when he fled to New Mexico.
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Maine leader of cocaine ring sentenced to 20 years
Shareef Nash, nicknamed “Slow,” helped bring cocaine, crack cocaine and heroin to Maine from New York City in 2009 and 2010.