Roger McCord

46 posts

Roger McCord is a freelance videojournalist that contributes the Chasing Maine series to The Maine Monitor.

He has had a wide-ranging career in journalism, spanning the gamut from writing/reporting to daily news photography to working on various news desks as an editor. The most recent incarnation is in video production, usually brief features and mini-documentaries in and about Maine.

His video journalism has been recognized by the Maine Press Association and has been a finalist for the New England Emmy Awards.

Contact Roger with questions or concerns: rogermccord@gmail.com

An aerial view of the Casco Days fair, with tents, a merry-go-round and a ferris wheel.

Chasing Maine: The Oasis

Though humble in size, volunteer-run Casco Days fair is a display of pride and generous community spirit.

ByRoger McCord

August 15, 2021

A blonde woman admiring a black antique car

Chasing Maine: The Antique Car Show

The weekly antique car show in Cumberland allows anyone to bring a classic car or simply admire the vintage beauties.

ByRoger McCord

July 25, 2021

Composite image of photos of Fabiola Jenson and Fartun Hirsi

Chasing Maine: Indomitable Spirit

Fabi and Fartun have shown remarkable strength and fortitude as they pursue their goal of graduation and becoming nurses.

ByRoger McCord

July 11, 2021

Chasing Maine: The Rewind

Take a look back at our favorite moments from the first 10 months of Chasing Maine — a 2021 New England Emmy nominee.

ByRoger McCord

July 3, 2021

A player for the Portland Sea Dogs shows how the team is family friendly by picking up their young child on the field following a minor league baseball game

Chasing Maine: The Ball Game

Take a behind-the-scenes trip to Hadlock Field, home of the Portland Sea Dogs and a great place to experience the excitement of minor league baseball.

ByRoger McCord

June 20, 2021

Chasing Maine: The Place of Peace

The baby goats at Sunflower Farm Creamery in Cumberland are bringing peace and joy to thousands worldwide.

ByRoger McCord

June 6, 2021

A pitcher for the University of Southern Maine softball team goes through her windup motion during a game.

Chasing Maine: The Epic Comeback

USM's softball team was down in the last inning against nationally ranked Eastern Connecticut but pulled out the win, and in doing so, broke the school record for consecutive victories.

ByRoger McCord

May 16, 2021