My Published Work
An Overview of how I Built my Portfolio
My first article was published while interning at a one-person local paper, the Saco Bay News. When the founder, Liz Gotthelf, posted about the publication’s launch on Facebook in March 2020, I decided to reach out to her. As a one-person paper, she was excited by my interest, and she gave me the opportunity to write about various topics, including the Black Lives Matter movement, COVID-19, and a local car show. These pieces would be the first in my portfolio. I worked with Liz for just under a year, from the middle of my Senior year of high school to the beginning of my Freshman year at college.
Once I started college at the University of New England, I joined the school paper, The Bolt. In my first two years of college, I wrote a few short pieces, including a personal commentary piece and a guide. The following year, I was offered the position of co-editor-in-chief (EIC), which I gladly accepted. Since becoming an EIC, I have had the opportunity to write a plethora of articles spanning various topics. Additionally, I have learned how to design and maintain a WordPress website, edit content, plan and host events, design posters, and much more!
In June of 2023, I was offered a paid fellowship at the Portland Press Herald, which required me to write two articles a semester for a year. Additionally, I was offered a news clerk internship for two consecutive semesters. Through the fellowship, I wrote articles under the business editor and features editor. Through the internship, I put together the paper’s weekly ‘People on the Move’ column and local event/dining guides. Once the first semester of my time at the Press Herald was over, I accepted an offer for a part-time job to continue my clerical work over winter break. My time at the paper taught me a lot of journalism tips and tricks, which has greatly improved my writing.
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The Portland Press Herald
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From gem digging in Paris to dancing in OOB, our intern maps out her perfect day
A guide to Maine’s 67 lighthouses
Part-time Biddeford resident’s photo of Ruth Bader Ginsburg used to create new stamp
MEREDA shifts forecasting conference to February
The Island Institute receives grant to boost small business
Where to eat out on Thanksgiving in Maine
Mainers to be Thankful For: Steve Auffant, 57, Chebeague Island
Cozy up with these books set in winter in Maine
Where to get a late-night bite in Portland
People on the Move, The Press Herald
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Articles I Contributed to, The Portland Press Herald
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The Wrap: Miranda Group to open pizzeria in the Old Port
I wrote the Honey Boba section of this weekly column. This was my first off-site task at the Portland Press Herald, which was very exciting!
Where to go cross-country skiing in Maine
I helped update the content from this article, which was initially posted a few years prior. I also added some additional locations.
Where to go ice skating in southern and central Maine
I updated this article, which had been published a few years prior. I also added a handful of additional locations.
The Bolt
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University of New England Hosts Community News Conference
Lewiston Shooting Suspect Found Dead Two Days After Attack
Mass Shooting in Lewiston Wednesday Night, Suspect on the Run, 18 Confirmed Deaths
Conflicting Opinions: UNE Resumes Classes While Manhunt for Lewiston Shooter Continues
To “The Stickynoters:” An Open Letter
The Infiltration of AI in Education
Jennifer Gennaco, The Woman Who Achieved Her Professional Trifecta
UNE Hosts: Transgender Athletes and Competitive Sports, A Conversation
5 Local Places You Have to Visit Before Graduating
Saco Bay News
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