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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PublishedMarch 17, 2021
Cheverus High School shifts to remote learning after 3 COVID-19 cases reported
More than one quarter of students and teaching faculty had contact with infected individuals, the school found through the contact tracing process.
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PublishedMarch 16, 2021
Portland superintendent proposes $125.8 million budget for next school year
The proposed 5% increase includes $2.9 million largely addressing achievement and opportunity gaps for students who are English language learners, have disabilities and are economically disadvantaged.
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PublishedMarch 14, 2021
Distancing requirements limit reopening options for Maine schools
They remain the biggest barrier to in-school learning, as teacher vaccinations lead parents to pressure districts for more classroom time.
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PublishedMarch 13, 2021
Maine man accused in 1986 Connecticut killing indicted on child porn charge
Marc J. Karun of Stetson, who was indicted Wednesday in U.S. District Court in Bangor, also faces murder and kidnapping charges in connection with the slaying 35 years ago of an 11-year-old girl.
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PublishedMarch 12, 2021
Vaccine clinics around the state give older school employees a shot in the arm
Those 60 and older are being vaccinated in Brunswick and at other dedicated clinics this weekend as the state continues its efforts to prioritize educators and childcare workers.
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PublishedMarch 10, 2021
University of Maine System planning more traditional fall semester
Guidance released Wednesday says staff and students should plan for more in-person courses and activities, more students in residence halls and fewer restrictions on facilities.
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PublishedMarch 9, 2021
Outbreak in Cumberland-based school district raises doubt about adding in-person learning
Superintendent Jeff Porter says SAD 51 has had a ‘continuous pattern of cases’ since October, far surpassing those in the neighboring districts.
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PublishedMarch 5, 2021
With larger gatherings allowed, Maine schools rethink graduation plans
Decisions have yet to be made, but some superintendents said Friday that they are optimistic the new gathering size limits will help them hold graduations that more closely resemble traditional celebrations.
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PublishedMarch 4, 2021
Bishop calls for Maine’s Catholics to choose alternatives to Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Bishop Robert Deeley cites concerns about abortion-derived cell lines in connection with the new Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
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PublishedMarch 4, 2021
Kennebunk school district investigating ‘discriminatory statements’ allegedly made by staff member
Superintendent Terri Cooper said the district was made aware last week of the statements gathered by a third party and posted on social media.
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