Three People. One Frame. And Questions About What Happened When Troy Jackson Met a Critical Journalist
A single frame from Troy Jackson’s encounter with Maine Wire editor Steve Robinson shows three things: Jackson reaching for Robinson’s phone, a nearby witness smiling, and another person holding a camera. The Maine Mirror examines what the image shows—and asks where the independent reporting was.
Watch the Watchdogs: 11 Maine News Articles Audited Under One Standard
Watch the Watchdogs completes its first round of Maine media audits, evaluating 11 articles from 11 news organizations under one standardized methodology and generating 36 questions for publishers.
Horton Hears a Who — But Will He Listen?
The Portland Press Herald scrutinized how The Maine Mirror uses AI. I responded by opening the primary sources behind my reporting and inviting its reporter to scrutinize the evidence too. The question now is bigger than either of us: when ordinary Mainers bring consequential evidence to the press, what determines whether somebody looks?
The Maine Mirror Network: Building a Stronger Maine, One Town at a Time
The Maine Mirror Network is a statewide initiative designed to strengthen local journalism, civic engagement, and community connection through a growing network of Town Hubs. Built on the belief that every community deserves a voice, the network empowers residents to share stories, promote transparency, celebrate local achievements, and help shape a stronger future for Maine—one town at a time.