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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.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Live updates: Graham Platner to skip Democratic Senate primary debates after Janet Mills drops out

by Staff report April 30, 2026May 1, 2026

Meanwhile, Mills declined to immediately endorse Platner as he gears up for a likely head-to-head matchup with Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November.

Maine, News, Politics

Report: Barney Frank, liberal icon and former lawmaker, enters hospice in Maine

by Rachel Ohm April 29, 2026April 29, 2026

The longtime congressman from Massachusetts has congestive heart failure, according to Politico.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Pingree, Bush lead fundraising in Maine governor’s race ahead of primaries

by Rachel Ohm and Randy Billings April 28, 2026April 29, 2026

The latest campaign finance reports filed with the state provide a look at who is best positioned to succeed in the June 9 primaries, though a fundraising lead does not guarantee victory at the ballot box.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

How to watch the upcoming primary debates in Maine’s races for governor, Senate, House

by Rachel Ohm April 27, 2026May 12, 2026

A scheduled debate between Gov. Janet Mills and Graham Platner was cancelled when Mills dropped out of the race.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

Republican candidates for governor rally crowd on final day of state convention

by Rachel Ohm April 25, 2026April 25, 2026

Republicans running for governor focused on cutting taxes and improving affordability, and took plenty of jabs at state Democrats and Gov. Janet Mills.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics

How ranked-choice voting will factor into the Maine governor primaries

by Rachel Ohm April 23, 2026April 27, 2026

Both the Democratic and Republican sides feature wide-open races ahead of the June 9 primaries. Ranked-choice voting will likely decide the winners.

Elections, Maine, News, Politics, Schools and Education

Suit against trans sports referendum dealt potential blow by Maine officials

by Rachel Ohm April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

The attorney general’s office says the number of faulty signatures submitted in support of the referendum doesn’t appear to be enough to invalidate it. But questions remain.