Local organizations have stepped in to deliver culturally appropriate food right to the doors of people in immigrant and tribal communities.
Gillian Graham
Staff Writer
Gillian Graham reports on social services for the Portland Press Herald, covering topics including child welfare, homelessness, food insecurity, poverty and mental health. A lifelong Mainer and graduate of the University of Southern Maine, she has worked as a journalist since 2005 and joined the paper as a staff writer in 2012. During her time with the Press Herald, Gillian has told the stories of everyday Mainers and tackled issues of poverty, hunger and homelessness. She enjoys telling compelling stories that help people better understand and connect with the communities and people around them. In her free time, Gillian loves spending time with her husband and family, hand embroidery, and hunting for vintage treasure at flea markets and antique stores.
Massachusetts man charged with killing domestic partner on beach in York
Jeffrey Buchannan was arrested and charged with murder after officers responded to numerous 911 calls reporting that a man was assaulting a woman behind a large rock on Short Sands Beach.
Portland woman is newest ‘Jeopardy!’ champion
Susan McMillan, a professional Arabic translator and former newspaper reporter, made her debut on the popular quiz show on Friday.
Maine man accused of tampering with pizza dough indicted on federal charges
Nicholas R. Mitchell is accused of putting a razor blade and a screw into balls of pizza dough sold at Hannaford supermarkets.
Strategic plan aims to expand public transportation in Portland region
The ‘Transit Tomorrow’ plan by the Greater Portland Council of Governments lays out a vision for improvements over the next 30 years.
Ogunquit town manager announces retirement
Town Manager Patricia Finnigan’s announcement comes four months after the Select Board reprimanded her for deficiencies.
Park service identifies hikers found dead in Acadia National Park
Wayne Beckford and Kassandra Caceres of Massachusetts were hiking in the park when they apparently fell along ice-covered cliff bands.
Portland incident adds to fears of rising anti-Asian racism
Asian Americans in Maine have felt racial bias and feared the possibility of an incident like the attack on a family in Portland on Monday.
Raymond man killed in late-night crash
Adam Woodbrey, 33, died at the scene of the crash on Valley Road in Raymond.
Portland committee recommends city ban use of synthetic fertilizers
The ban would apply to using synthetic fertilizer on public and private property.