Dozens of searchers spent nearly 3 days looking for the father and daughter who went missing while hiking the Abol Trail on Sunday.
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.
Searchers find father’s body near top of Katahdin
Tim Keiderling, 58, had last been seen Sunday morning hiking toward the 5,267-foot summit in Baxter State Park. His daughter, Esther, 28, is still missing.
Ogunquit’s gay-friendly reputation was born from protest and rebellion
Longtime residents remember when its thriving arts scene drew members of the LGBTQ community — and the backlash that they fought against.
In a world of digital photos, these Maine photographers embrace the old-fashioned
Nearly 170 years after tintype photography was invented, several local photographers are embracing the process and making portraits of Mainers at breweries, museums and by the ocean.
Jared Golden plans to stay in Congress, won’t run for governor or Senate
The centrist Democrat from Lewiston says he is focused on winning a 5th term representing Maine’s more conservative 2nd District in order to help his party retake the House in 2026.
Troy Jackson announces run for Maine governor
Jackson, a Democrat from Allagash who served 20 years in the Maine Legislature, said in March that he was exploring a possible run for the office.
Maine fabric, crafts shops fill the void left after retailer Joann’s bankruptcy
Local store owners say they have already seen new customers coming in to shop for fabric, yarn and other craft supplies.
Man arrested after stabbing at Portland homeless shelter
The victim was taken to a local hospital after being slashed on the head Thursday night, according to police.
In wake of ‘devastating’ cuts, volunteers step up to ready Shakers for the season
Friends of the Shakers gather from around the country to prepare for spring at Sabbathday Lake, the only still-active community of its kind in the world.
Portland police investigate gunshots on Grant Street
Police say no one was injured when shots were fired Sunday night.