Rachel Ohm – Page 202 – The Portland Press Herald

Staff Writer

Rachel covers state government and politics for the Portland Press Herald. It’s her third beat at the paper after stints covering City Hall and education. Prior to her arrival at the Press Herald in the summer of 2019, Rachel worked at the Morning Sentinel in Waterville, covering Franklin and Somerset counties, and the Knoxville News Sentinel in Knoxville, Tennessee, covering higher education. She has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University and when she’s not writing and reporting enjoys running, cooking and traveling to new places.

Business, Local & State

Wind opponents hope for reversal on project

by Rachel Ohm March 2, 2015March 1, 2015

An approved plan for a 56-turbine farm in Somerset County has several flaws, critics say.

Business

Madison mill joins complaint against Canadian papermaker

by Rachel Ohm February 27, 2015February 27, 2015

The Coalition for Fair Paper Imports, which includes Madison Paper in Maine, has filed a petition alleging that Canadian producers of supercalendered paper are unfairly benefiting from government subsidies.

Local & State, News

Cornville man killed when propane truck hits frost heave, overturns

by Rachel Ohm February 27, 2015February 27, 2015

It did not appear that any propane spilled in the crash in Athens.

Local & State

County, weather officials keeping an eye on Madison ice jam

by Rachel Ohm February 24, 2015

With warmer weather due soon, county officials and the National Weather Service are watching for signs of flooding.

Local & State

Madison, Skowhegan mill revaluations to be aired at State House

by Rachel Ohm February 24, 2015

Town officials will speak on two bills that would require the property tax base used to calculate school subsidies and county taxes to reflect mill properties’ reduced tax value.

Business

UTC Fire & Security plant in Pittsfield winds down operations

by Rachel Ohm February 20, 2015February 20, 2015

UTC Fire & Security, a manufacturer of fire safety and security products, says work will continue for a few weeks beyond March 1 but will not specify a date.

Local & State

Winslow teen looks back at forward-looking Apple

by Rachel Ohm February 16, 2015

Alex Jason started collecting Apple computer products and memorabilia a few years ago, curating an Apple computer museum in the basement of the family home — and help from his dad.