Isabelle Oss

Staff Writer

Isabelle Oss is a community reporter covering Kittery, Berwick, North Berwick, South Berwick, York and Ogunquit. Born and raised in Colorado, she moved to Maine in April 2026. Isabelle holds a master’s degree in journalism from Boston University and previously reported for The New Bedford Light. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, playing the guitar and exploring Maine’s hidden gems. She lives in South Portland.

Community, News

Old Orchard Beach town manager quits 2 weeks in

by Isabelle Oss June 24, 2026June 25, 2026

Timothy Pellerin gave no reason for his departure in a letter to the Town Council.

News

4-year-old in critical condition after drowning incident at Kennebunk hotel

by Isabelle Oss June 21, 2026June 22, 2026

Kennebunk Fire Rescue responded to Hampton Inn Hotel on Saturday morning.

Community, News

Biddeford celebrates French heritage with La Kermesse festival

by Isabelle Oss June 21, 2026June 29, 2026

The Franco-American festival took over Biddeford’s St. Louis Field for its 43rd year.

Business, Community, News

No, those aren’t llamas on a Maine beach. They’re alpacas.

by Isabelle Oss June 19, 2026June 21, 2026

A handful of alpacas from Crocketts Brook Farm in Kittery have been enjoying early summer nights at York’s Long Sands Beach.

Community, News

York’s Sohier Park could get a $3 million upgrade. Here’s what the town is — and isn’t — considering.

by Isabelle Oss June 19, 2026June 20, 2026

York officials are weighing several updates to improve pedestrian safety and storm resilience. If a grant is approved, the project will need to be completed by September 2029.