Morgan Womack

Staff Writer

Morgan covers breaking news and public safety for the Portland Press Herald. Before moving to Maine in 2024, she reported for Michigan State University's student-run publication, as well as the Indianapolis Star and Michigan Public. She's passionate about telling human-centered stories and battling for access to public records. As someone who grew up on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, Morgan feels at home in Maine's natural scenery.

Maine, News, Politics

Political influencer sues after she was barred from JD Vance event in Bangor

by Morgan Womack July 8, 2026July 8, 2026

Amanda McGonigle, who runs the Instagram account @CatsOnACouch, filed a lawsuit against the Secret Service and Executive Office of the President.

Community, News

Seagull stuck on roof of Victoria Mansion dies

by Morgan Womack July 8, 2026July 8, 2026

Social media posts showed 2 people trying to rescue the bird with a ladder.

Community, Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Friendship market owner detained by ICE has returned home

by Morgan Womack July 7, 2026July 7, 2026

An attorney confirmed that Dhavalkumar ‘Dale’ Patel was released from custody Monday evening.

Community, Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Owner of Friendship market detained by ICE

by Morgan Womack June 30, 2026June 30, 2026

Dhavalkumar Patel was apprehended by immigration agents at Wallace’s Market on Saturday. He contends that he is being unlawfully held.

Community, Cops & Courts, News

Boy on bicycle hit by driver in Portland

by Morgan Womack June 30, 2026June 30, 2026

The 11-year-old was treated for a minor injury after the crash off Brighton Avenue, police say. The incident comes amid heightened scrutiny of pedestrian and cyclist safety in the city.

Health, Maine, News, The Maine Forecast

Maine braces for extreme heat ahead of Fourth of July

by Morgan Womack June 29, 2026June 30, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch between Wednesday and Friday for portions of southern, central and western Maine. Heat and humidity could make it feel as hot as 110 degrees.

Maine, News

Data shows reports of ICE activity in Maine have risen

by Morgan Womack June 25, 2026June 25, 2026

Immigration advocates say calls to a hotline have corresponded with steadily climbing reports of enforcement and detentions. Federal officials continue to be tight-lipped about apprehensions.

Community, News