Megan Gray – Page 145 – The Portland Press Herald

Staff Writer

Megan Gray is an arts and culture reporter at the Portland Press Herald. A Midwest native, she moved to Maine in 2016. She has written about presidential politics and local government, jury trials and jails. Her current beat is her favorite yet, and she loves the stories that take her to behind the scenes to an artist studio or theater backstage. Outside of work, she likes to explore Maine’s hiking trails and coastal islands with her husband, and she definitely wants to pet your dog.

Local & State, News

Westbrook kills impact fees on construction – again

by Megan Gray September 12, 2017September 12, 2017

For the second time, the City Council defeats a proposal to charge fees on new projects.

Local & State, News

Memorial commemorating Sept. 11 unveiled in Portland

by Gregory Rec and Megan Gray September 11, 2017January 26, 2018

The sculpture outside the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office contains a small piece of steel from the World Trade Center.

Local & State, News, Politics

In Maine, DACA decision puts 95 at risk of deportation amid chorus of criticism, some support

by Megan Gray September 5, 2017September 6, 2017

Many groups and colleges say it’s cruel and unfair to end the program that protects young undocumented immigrants, but the Maine Republican Party says it was unconstitutional from the start.

Local & State, News

Scarborough ambulance crew delivers baby on Congress Street

by Megan Gray August 31, 2017September 1, 2017

The parents were headed to Maine Medical Center in their own car when they had to stop and call 911.

Cookbook Reviews, Food, Recipes

‘Zoe’s Ghana Kitchen’ offers a lively introduction to an unfamiliar cuisine

by Megan Gray August 30, 2017August 29, 2017

Writer Zoe Adjonyoh gives clear instructions for ‘traditional Ghanaian recipes re-mixed for the modern kitchen.’

Local & State, News, Schools and Education

Westbrook students returning to 2 schools amid construction projects

by Megan Gray August 29, 2017January 26, 2018

District officials are working to minimize disruptions from renovations and additions at the middle school and Saccarappa Elementary for the next year or more.