‘If we find the guy, I hope he can get convicted,’ says Joseph Jenness.
Rachel Ohm
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.
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Reporter’s voice loss focus of documentary
The audio work about a Morning Sentinel veteran will be recognized at an international festival.
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Maine’s Backyard Farms calling back at least 60 workers
The farm, which produces more than 27 million pounds of tomatoes a year, shut down in July because of a whitefly infestation.
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Madison man, 62, sentenced for drugs as well as child porn
Already facing more than five years in prison, Lester Brown gets another two years on two trafficking charges.
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Maine snowmobile club needs help to maintain trails
The Abnaki Sno-Riders, and other clubs, say fewer people are riding sleds and fewer are volunteering.
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Norridgewock festival draws art, and some complaints
Last Breath Farm has been hosting various cultural events since 1997, but not everyone is a fan.
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Vandals damage rare car in Skowhegan
A 1961 Chrysler 300G estimated to be worth $100,000 is among several damaged at an auto repair shop.
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Family, friends hopeful that 86-year-old Benton man missing overnight will be found safe
Arthur Wakeman, 86, of Benton who left his home sometime between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday, remains missing Thursday evening, as groups continue to search the area.
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Fairfield man pleads not guilty in dog’s death
James L. Wiggins is charged with causing the death of his dog, Bella, by dragging it along a road in extreme heat.
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Cell tower signals change at Common Ground fair
Fair organizers say public pressure and safety demand better communication.