Michael Russin has questioned the scope of the Holocaust, called for violence against minorities, and was accused in a lawsuit of drugging and sexually assaulting co-workers.
Rory Sweeting
Staff Writer
Rory, an experienced reporter from western Massachusetts, joined the Maine Trust for Local News in October 2024. He is a community reporter for Windham, Raymond, Casco, Bridgton, Naples, Standish, Gray, New Gloucester and other towns in the Lakes Region. Rory previously reported for the Greenfield Recorder in Greenfield, Mass., and the Deerfield Valley News in Wilmington, Vt. He holds a bachelor’s degree in professional and creative writing from Goucher College in Maryland.
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Amateur historians seek to restore historic Bridgton railway
Six local train enthusiasts are working to rebuild a 1.5-mile stretch of the Bridgton and Saco River Railroad, which closed in 1941.
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Meadowbrook Equestrian Center recovering after devastating fire
In the wake of the 220-year-old barn being destroyed, the Naples-based center has seen an outpouring of support.
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Gray creates committee to weigh future of transfer station
Implementation of the upcoming Extended Producer Responsibility program is a priority.
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Naples celebrates second annual Rocktoberfest
The event included a performance from American Idol star Julia Gagnon and an equestrian center putting on a show after a devastating fire.
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Gray-New Gloucester Patriots mark 25th anniversary of Crossroads Championship
Gray-New Gloucester High School hosted about 1,200 young athletes representing more than 100 teams, with some proceeds going to the Dempsey Center.
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Meet the candidates for Windham School Board
Five candidates are running for two seats on the RSU 14 board.
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Meet the candidates for Windham Town Council
Seven candidates are running for three seats.
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Windham School Board candidates pitch themselves to voters
The candidates discussed hot-button issues ranging from the district budget to bullying and parental rights.
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Outgoing Raymond town manager explains reasons for resignation
Joseph Crocker said elected officials were not supportive enough of town staff.