The trailblazing politician, activist and historian was a force behind multiple landmark pieces of legislation and the preservation of Maine’s Black history.
Sophie Burchell
Staff Writer
Sophie is a community reporter for Cumberland, Yarmouth, North Yarmouth and Falmouth and previously reported for the Forecaster. Her memories of briefly living on Mount Desert Island as a child drew her back to Maine to attend Bowdoin College, and back again to Portland after a year in Alaska. When she is not reporting, you can find Sophie rummaging through a thrift store or jumping in the ocean.
Posted inCommunity, News
Mechanic Falls man dies in Gray crash
The collision on Shaker Road occurred Saturday evening.
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We asked Portlanders what they loved about their moms — and about being moms.
Here’s what families celebrating Mother’s Day in the Old Port said about the incomparable love of moms.
Posted inMaine, News
Man killed, another injured in motorcycle crash on I-95
The crash occurred on Saturday after one of the motorcycle’s brakes appeared to seize.
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Hop into Big Night, Maine’s evening of amphibian migration
On a few nights each spring, Mainers help frogs and salamanders cross roads, witnessing the natural pilgrimage in their backyards.
Posted inMaine, News
Skowhegan town manager has died, officials say
Nicholas Nadeau began working for the town in June.
Posted inMaine, News
Bath Iron Works worker’s union set to strike Monday
The Bath Marine Draftsmen’s Association is protesting the company’s contract offer, which did not meet their demands for better pay, insurance and retirement.
Posted inMaine, News
Lewiston lifts boil water order following Sunday’s water main break
Officials say residents in the impacted areas should run their cold water for 5 minutes before use to help flush out the system.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Saint Patrick’s Parade showers Portland in Irish pride
The celebration by the Irish American Club of Maine had green-clad crowds cheering along Commercial Street on Sunday.
Posted inMaine, News
Student, parent sue Falmouth schools for not offering Pledge of Allegiance
The lawsuit alleges that the Falmouth School Department has not been providing Falmouth High School students an opportunity to recite the pledge, in violation of state law.