Police say two 14-year-old boys stole the machine in West Gardiner and led officers on a chase that damaged two cars, including a cruiser, signs and other property.
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.
Calais man arrested after paddling air mattress to Canada to aid girlfriend
John Michael Bennett, 25, gets two months in a Canadian jail for crossing the border via the St. Croix River.
Law enforcement in Maine unprepared for legal marijuana, police chiefs say
The Maine Association of Chiefs of Police will launch a public education campaign about the dangers of legal pot.
Maine police chiefs group opposes marijuana legalization question on November ballot
The association has concerns about impaired drivers and children being exposed to pot edibles if voters make pot legal.
Busy Labor Day weekend caps hot summer tourism season for Maine
Low gas prices and hot, dry weather contributed to full hotels and heavy traffic in Maine over the long weekend.
New Hampshire woman arrested after Eliot burglary
Police say Emily Obrien was found with jewelry and drugs stolen during a burglary in Eliot.
Berwick police look for man who allegedly exposed himself on street
Police say the incident occurred Sunday and the man was last seen headed out of town.
York man charged with drunk driving after hitting cyclist in Kittery
Police say the cyclist was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Wood Island Life Saving Station turning into maritime museum
Six decades removed from its working days, the structure off Kittery is undergoing restoration.
Sabattus police seize 130 marijuana plants from Lisbon Road home
Five residents were charged with cultivating marijuana, police said.