Dr. Daniel Fackrell was driving home after picking a son up from a friend’s camp when police say a vehicle driven by a drunken driver struck their SUV head-on.
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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Maine delegates to Democratic National Convention sticking with support for Biden
While several lamented last week’s fumbling debate performance by the president, they said he’s still the better candidate and that it’s too late to try and organize behind someone else.
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Families flock to Ocean Park for Fourth of July celebration and parade
Hundreds lined the parade route waving flags and wearing red, white and blue in a celebration of America’s birthday.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State
Portland man facing prison time for charges including possession of child sexual abuse material
Joshua Decker pleaded guilty Tuesday to charges of enticing a minor and possessing child sexual abuse material.
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Gov. Mills urges Biden to reassure Maine voters
She tells him last week’s debate was “difficult to watch” and that she is looking forward to the president demonstrating “the same heart, determination and vigor that he brought” to a meeting of two dozen Democratic governors Wednesday night.
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Susan Collins, Jared Golden withhold criticism of Supreme Court ruling, say impact is unclear
Their statements Tuesday stood in contrast to the reaction from the other 2 members of Maine’s congressional delegation, who were quick to criticize the court’s ruling on Monday.
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Angus King, Chellie Pingree criticize Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity
The nation’s highest court ruled Monday that former President Donald Trump is entitled to immunity for official actions taken in response to his 2020 election loss.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Maine CDC issues warning after child’s death is linked to influenza
It’s the 6th influenza-related child death in Maine since 2019, according to health officials.
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Immediate changes unlikely in Maine in wake of Supreme Court homeless ruling
Advocates for homeless people in Maine decried Friday’s ruling and encouraged the states leaders to focus on the root causes of homelessness rather than adopt policies that criminalize or punish people for a lack of housing.
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Peter Mills stepping down as head of Maine Turnpike Authority
Gov. Janet Mills’ brother, who has served as executive director of the quasi-governmental agency since 2011, said his health factored into his decision to not seek reappointment in September.