The storm also dumped up to a foot of snow in the mountains, but skies cleared and bright sunshine appeared over southern Maine by Thursday afternoon, and power outages declined significantly.
Gillian Graham
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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.
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Report questions effectiveness of Maine tax incentive programs
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Saco man charged with robbing Old Orchard Beach store
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Icy storm causes thousands of power outages and makes driving treacherous
The coating of ice will last through the weekend, with frigid temperatures following the two-day storm.
After several inches of snow, icy commute likely on tap Friday morning
The two-part storm is expected to finally wind down Friday afternoon and evening in southern Maine.