Rachel covers state government and politics for the Portland Press Herald. It’s her third beat at the paper after stints covering City Hall and education. Prior to her arrival at the Press Herald in the summer of 2019, Rachel worked at the Morning Sentinel in Waterville, covering Franklin and Somerset counties, and the Knoxville News Sentinel in Knoxville, Tennessee, covering higher education. She has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University and when she’s not writing and reporting enjoys running, cooking and traveling to new places.
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PublishedJuly 5, 2022
Portland voters will consider 5 citizen-initiated referendums, including an $18 minimum wage
The referendums also include tenant protections, restrictions on cruise ships, and reducing or regulating short-term rentals.
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PublishedJune 23, 2022
Portland Charter Commission tweaks executive mayor proposal as final deadline nears
In an 8-1 vote, the commission amended its preliminary proposal to put more checks on the power of a stronger mayor.
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PublishedJune 22, 2022
Portland council votes to repeal development restrictions on Munjoy Hill
Councilors cited concerns about the need for more housing prior to voting unanimously to repeal the special district.
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PublishedJune 21, 2022
Portland voters may be asked to again consider increasing the minimum wage
A group of residents is working to get a referendum question on the November ballot, and a City Council committee is also discussing the issue.
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PublishedJune 17, 2022
Outdoor gathering makes a point – that homelessness is hard whatever the season
The Longest Day of Homelessness Sit-out was held Friday to raise awareness about the struggles of homeless people, even in the warmer months.
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PublishedJune 16, 2022
Portland looking for alternatives after site targeted for temporary shelter falls through
A city spokesperson said Thursday the location the city and state had been working on fell through due to the requirements of the city’s Green New Deal ordinance.
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PublishedJune 13, 2022
Portland Council considering repeal of development restrictions in Munjoy Hill overlay district
The council is expected to deliberate and vote next week on the planning board’s recommendation to repeal the Munjoy Hill Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District.
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PublishedJune 11, 2022
Protesters gather in Portland to speak out against gun violence and demand legislation
Organizers and participants at Saturday’s March for Our Lives said they are tired of gun violence and mass shootings unfolding around the country, and called on Congress to act.
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PublishedJune 11, 2022
Maine COVID hospitalizations drop slightly as cases continue downward trend
There were 132 people hospitalized statewide with the virus on Saturday as the state reported 220 new cases.
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PublishedJune 10, 2022
Portland Charter Commission considering changes to city leadership proposal
The commission is looking at amendments intended to give the City Council more of a check on an executive mayor’s power.
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