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

Body found in Falmouth near Presumpscot River identified as adult man

by Morgan Womack September 16, 2024September 16, 2024

Maine State Police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found at Walton Park on Saturday.

Maine, News

Portland first responders honor lives lost in 23rd anniversary of 9/11

by Morgan Womack September 11, 2024September 11, 2024

About 2 dozen Portland residents joined the commemoration at Fort Allen Park on Wednesday morning.

Maine, News

Four-year-old was in North Berwick day care’s driveway when she was killed

by Morgan Womack September 9, 2024September 11, 2024

Police responded to the day care at 74 Buffum Road on Thursday afternoon to find the girl had been hit by another parent’s car.

Maine, News

Virginia woman found dead in Dayton had just moved to Maine

by Morgan Womack September 6, 2024September 9, 2024

Autumn Cleveland was found Monday afternoon, just a few days after she left her hometown in Virginia to move north. Her family said she was shy but full of love for those closest to her.

Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Lewiston woman can sue jail officers who watched her give birth, federal court rules

by Morgan Womack September 4, 2024September 5, 2024

The First Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that 2 Cumberland County correctional officers do not fall under qualified immunity in the suit filed by Jaden Brown, who alleges the officers violated her constitutional rights to privacy.

Maine, News