Kelley Bouchard

Staff Writer

Kelley Bouchard writes about what’s happening in Maine and beyond, with a focus on South Portland, Scarborough, Cape Elizabeth and other communities in Cumberland County. Her interests include housing, immigration, human rights, history, aging issues, sustainability, the environment and the untold story. A Maine native and University of Maine graduate, she was a college intern for two summers at the former Lewiston Evening Journal. Before joining the staff of the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram in 1998, she was a reporter for the Ipswich Chronicle, Beverly Times and Salem Evening News in Massachusetts. Favorite pastimes include gardening, cooking for family and friends, streaming foreign TV series and kayaking at camp.

Latest

Published
June 14, 2023

Maine wants to use $200 million to expand broadband access, starting where it’s needed most

The state is deciding how to use federal funds for improving high-speed internet access, and wants public input on some of the priorities that have been identified so far.
Published
June 4, 2023

Meet our 2023 Graduates to Watch

This month, thousands of young Mainers are making one of life’s great transitions at high school graduations across the state. For this annual feature, we seek inspiring seniors who, through talent, hard work and perseverance, have already proven they are remarkable and likely to make a difference in the world. They are top scholars, athletes, […]
Published
May 24, 2023

Wandering a new world

Asylum seekers new to Portland spend much time navigating red tape and waiting: for hearings, work permits, English classes and a place to call home.
Published
May 21, 2023

Nature Restored: Paddling the Presumpscot to Westbrook

The city of Westbrook recently bought several acres along the river to expand public access and help further restore the heart of the community.
Published
May 13, 2023

A mother-daughter love story rooted in Maine

With the help of her daughter in Los Angeles, a 73-year-old mom in South Portland finds a deeper understanding of modern relationships.
Published
May 6, 2023

Portland man’s family escapes violent conflict in Sudan

Now El-Fadel Arbab must raise money to bring his wife and 2 sons from Saudi Arabia to Maine.
Published
May 5, 2023

Maine native part of team that found planet engulfed by its star

Morgan MacLeod designed the computer model that helped astronomers study the recent discovery, and what they believe might happen to Earth in about 5 billion years.
Published
May 2, 2023

Bug Light Park protection sparks controversy in South Portland

Supporters say a conservation easement is the best way to prevent the park from ever being developed or sold, but opponents say it’s unnecessary, short-sighted and possibly illegal.
Published
April 30, 2023

Towns challenge new Maine law meant to ease housing crisis

Legislation that promotes accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, statewide is set to take effect July 1. Municipalities say that’s not enough time to comply.
Published
April 27, 2023

Space leased in South Portland for veterans counseling center

The Vet Center on Sable Oaks Drive will provide community-based support to eligible veterans.