Best Western assistant general manager Darlene Ratte is to receive the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s Outstanding Professional Award.
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.
Dexter flooding highlights need for data on Maine’s rivers
Federal sequestration has resulted in the loss of hundreds of river gauges nationwide, including on the Sebasticook.
Flooding closes Dexter’s Main Street businesses
The Sebasticook East Branch has eaten away at downtown streets as central Maine gets flood warnings and an Aroostook County man drowns crossing a street.
Cutler cites Skowhegan economic growth on campaign stop
The visit from the independent candidate for governor came on the heels of a proposal for tax reform revealed Tuesday.
Flooding expected in Kennebec, Somerset counties
The Maine Emergency Management Agency has issued flood watches for across the state through Wednesday.
Augusta man wins sixth title as state chess champion
Jarod Bryan took out the top honor as the Maine Closed Chess Championships concluded in Waterville on Sunday.
Central Maine snowmobilers wrap up late season on high note
The long winter has made for one of the best snowmobile seasons in years, expected to stretch into May in some parts of Somerset and Franklin counties.
Students, residents pitch in to clean up Waterville’s South End neighborhood
The effort was part of Colby Cares Day and South End Clean Up, both community service efforts intended to improve quality of life in the South End.
Anson home destroyed in Saturday morning electrical fire
A Preble Avenue home that was being remodeled was destroyed in a fire originating from an electrical outlet.
Norridgewock man charged with gross sexual assault
Police say Cameron Starkey admitted to sexual contact with a 13-year-old girl.