Torrie Herrington, NOTUS for The Maine Monitor

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Torrie Herrington covers the Maine and Vermont congressional delegations for NOTUS, in partnership with The Maine Monitor and VT Digger.

Torrie grew up in Arkansas and graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and public relations. At UCA, she was editor in chief of the student newspaper, The Echo, where she reported on local political races, a professor accused of misconduct, campus events and more. She has also interned at the Log Cabin Democrat, where she covered community events and nonprofits.

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Jared Golden, on stage at a rally, listens to someone in the crowd

Can a candidate to the left of Jared Golden win in Maine’s 2nd District?

This cycle looks a lot like the 2018 election that sent Golden to Washington for the first time.

ByTorrie Herrington, NOTUS for The Maine Monitor

May 26, 2026

The Douglas County Google Data Center complex

Maine lawmakers pass the first statewide ban on large data centers

The bill, which would prohibit new power-hungry facilities until late 2027, awaits Gov. Janet Mills’ signature or veto.

ByTorrie Herrington, NOTUS for The Maine Monitor

April 15, 2026

Matt Dunlap smiles during an event.

Republicans are using fraud scandals against Democrats in key races

In Maine, California and New York, Republicans are attempting to make fraud allegations stick to Democratic officials.

ByTorrie Herrington, NOTUS for The Maine Monitor

February 17, 2026

Susan Collins speaks with reporters.

Susan Collins announces reelection bid

Collins will run for her sixth term in the Senate.

ByTorrie Herrington, NOTUS for The Maine Monitor Jade Lozada, NOTUS

February 10, 2026

people holding signs protesting the inclusion of big money in campaign financing stand behind lawmakers.

Democrats say running against corruption is a winning midterm message

More than 120 candidates are part of the End Citizens United anti-corruption initiative.

ByTorrie Herrington, NOTUS for The Maine Monitor

February 5, 2026

Anti-ICE sentiment is expressed on a traffic sign

Susan Collins says ICE ended its enforcement surge in Maine

The senator said Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told her that the “enhanced activities” are over.

ByTorrie Herrington, NOTUS for The Maine Monitor

January 29, 2026

protester holding a flag.

‘A lawless force’: Democratic candidates criticize deportation surge in Maine

Trump’s ‘Operation Catch of the Day’ injects immigration into Maine politics.

ByTorrie Herrington, NOTUS for The Maine Monitor

January 23, 2026