Maine’s 1st District congresswoman has been working to secure the designation for years.
Eric Russell
Staff Writer
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 since 2004. 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. 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.
Storm batters Maine’s coastal communities, causes widespread flooding and outages
There were roughly 255,000 power outages statewide Friday night following a storm that forced water rescues in flooded communities and damaged one of the state’s iconic lighthouses.
John McDonald, author, longtime Portland-area radio host, dies at 78
McDonald hosted a weekend call-in show on WGAN and was the author of several books that showcased his Down East humor.
Two men settle claims of sexual abuse against former Biddeford police officer
They claimed Norman Gaudette sexually abused them when they were teenagers. He was investigated at the time but never charged.
With new downtown facility, Waterville poised to become arts destination
The $18 Million Paul J. Schupf Art Center is Colby College’s latest investment in the arts and the city.
Carnaval Maine to move downtown, shift away from winter sports
Musical artists Amy Allen, The Mallett Brothers and North Carolina-based band Parmalee are all scheduled to perform at the festival, which will take place March 8-12.
Eat & Run: Tucked away in Topsham, a cafe with breakfast anytime
Kopper Kettle has been serving up hearty egg dishes and more since the ’80s.
When an influencer landed on Vinalhaven, cultures clashed and resentment lingers
Former Goop food editor Ana Hito’s attempt to revive restaurant spaces this summer brought backlash from islanders who disapproved of how she conducted business.
See coastal Maine life a century ago as captured by 3 female photographers
Maine Maritime Museum in Bath will show photographs from the late 19th and early 20th century by Emma Sewall, Josephine Ginn Banks and Abbie F. Minott, beginning Friday.
Freeport teenager welding metal sculptures with a message
Benjamin Pochurek, 16, already has been honored by the Portland Museum of Art for his work, and he’s just getting started.