Bloomfield Elementary School was given a failing grade, when it should have been exempt from the school grading system.
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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Winslow man charged with sexual assault on student due in court
An attorney for Michael Gagnon said he plans to plead not guilty in his first court appearance in the case.
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Waterville’s pay-as-you-throw trash plan evokes criticism, praise
Detractors cite increased costs for individual residents, while proponents note then environmental benefits and municipal savings.
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Creating consent while partying at Colby
Graduating student Jonathan Kalin creates “Party With Consent” to encourage healthy interactions between the sexes at college parties on America’s campuses.
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St. Albans man arrested, charged with illegal drug possession
Police found several types of prescription drugs and drug-related paraphernalia at the home of John Tripp III, according to the Somerset County Sheriff’s Department.
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Unknown substance prompts warning in Madison
A barrel marked ‘acid’ found by the side of a road led to the summoning of firefighters and hazardous materials experts.
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Norridgewock lawmaker recognized for overdose prevention work
Rep. Ann Dorney got the Harm Reduction Hero award for pushing a law that allows responders to carry Narcan, which treats overdoses.
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Anson names new administrative assistant
Triss Smith started at the town office on Monday and will officially take over on June 20.
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Unity home destroyed in Saturday morning fire
A local man had trouble reporting the fire because he couldn’t find a phone right away, according to the Fire Department.
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Cemetery tour focuses on history of Starks
Historic cemeteries bring people from around the state to towns they otherwise might not visit, according to members of the Maine Old Cemetery Association.