The Sunday afternoon fire was fought by 10 crews from towns in Maine and New Hampshire.
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.
Body found in burned tent near I-295 in South Portland
Police believe a bike, hat and jacket found near the site belonged to the victim and may help in identifying him.
Scarborough road reopens car hits utility pole
The accident on Broadturn Road knocked out power to more than 2,000 customers for a few hours.
Textile museum nearing reality at Biddeford mill complex
A small group of former Pepperell mill workers has spent years preparing to open the museum to showcase the history of a city once defined by its textile manufacturing.
Arundel company charged after fishy spill on Kennebunk road
Police say a Dubois Livestock & Excavating truck spilled part of its load early Thursday morning, creating a messy commute.
Stinky spill of something fishy makes mess in Kennebunk
The spill of fish product of some kind on a turnpike overpass caused a ‘3 inches of frozen mess.’
I-295 crash cleared
The single-vehicle crash was in the area of Tuttle Road in Cumberland.
Student treated for minor injuries after Dayton school bus crash
A car hit a school bus that was stopped at an intersection Tuesday morning.
Town reaches out to help Old Orchard Beach family left homeless by fire
The Doucettes, enthusiastic and frequent volunteers, lost all of their belongings Saturday evening when their house on Harmon Avenue burned.
Saco council to gather public’s views on plan to ban single-use plastic bags
A hearing may help decide whether the city becomes the fourth community in Maine to prohibit the bags to protect the environment.