Eric Russell has been a general assignment reporter at the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram since 2012 and has been a journalist in Maine for 13 years. Because he doesn’t have a specific geographic or topical area to cover, Eric often is free to roam the state in pursuit of the most interesting stories, whether it’s tackling the big topic of the day or chasing ideas that fall just outside the boundaries of everyday news. His favorite assignments are ones where he can leave the office and meet with people in their homes or their workplaces to talk about their struggles and challenges – and sometimes their triumphs. Or to try and answer complicated questions: How does a woman die alone in a Wells mobile home without anyone knowing for 2.5 years? How does a convicted rapist from Massachusetts disappear before his sentencing and then live quietly in Gorham for 34 years before being caught? How does a husband in Bath respond when his wife develops early-onset Alzheimer’s disease? Eric grew up in Southern Maine, went to college at the University of Maine and worked in Bangor for eight years before joining the Press Herald. He lives in Brunswick with his wife, a school teacher, and two daughters.
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PublishedOctober 18, 2015
With release of new book, transgender Maine teen finds her voice
Nicole Maines is perhaps best known for winning a landmark court case that affirmed rights for transgender students, but ‘Becoming Nicole,’ tells her family’s story from the beginning.
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PublishedOctober 14, 2015
Maine drug agents discover meth lab in Penobscot County
The bust is the 40th in Maine so far in 2015, a record.
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PublishedOctober 14, 2015
Portland police chief takes stand against repeal of concealed-gun permit requirement
A law that takes effect Thursday allows people to carry concealed firearms without permits, and that will put the public and police at risk, says Chief Michael Sauschuck.
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PublishedOctober 14, 2015
Maine Republican Party jumps into Lewiston mayor’s race with attack on challenger
The move brings partisan conflict to the surface in a race where Mayor Robert Macdonald and his main opponent, Ben Chin, are running in a nominally nonpartisan election.
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PublishedOctober 13, 2015
Portland police release names of woman, son struck by vehicle
Namuteto Gracia, 34, and her son, 3-year-old Shema Alexi, were both seriously injured when they tried to cross Auburn Street in Portland.
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PublishedOctober 12, 2015
Five former Portland mayors endorse Ethan Strimling
The group includes former U.S. Rep. Tom Allen, as well as Republican Cheryl Leeman.
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PublishedOctober 11, 2015
Even amid tragedy, life at sea has a strong pull
Mariners across generations say the sinking of the El Faro and loss of 33 lives, including five with ties to Maine, is a painful reminder of the job’s risks, but the rewards remain. One of those rewards, the indelible sense of fellowship, will help them sail forward.
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PublishedOctober 11, 2015
Lewiston mayoral contest a ‘tossup’
Democratic activist Ben Chin leads the challenge against incumbent Robert Macdonald, a welfare reform firebrand.
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PublishedOctober 9, 2015
Report: Ex-crew members of El Faro question its seaworthiness
The investigation of the sinking is just beginning, but speculation about the causes includes the cargo ship’s age and condition.
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PublishedOctober 6, 2015
LePage says Sen. Katz should recuse himself in Good Will-Hinckley investigation
The governor’s call is the latest in his ongoing dispute with Senate Republican leaders including Katz, a moderate from Augusta.
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