If approved, the $13.4 million education budget will result in at least 12 layoffs.
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.
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Biddeford voters to consider $35.1 million school budget
The budget would allow the district to add teachers and programs without raising property taxes.
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Posted inMaine
Plans to improve Wood Island Lighthouse move forward
The Biddeford Planning Board votes in favor of a contract zone that would allow a septic system to be installed at the keeper’s house.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Berwick pair accused of breaking into dozen homes to support heroin addiction
Police say Adam Brake and Sabrina Goodrich left their two young children in the car during the daytime burglaries.
Posted inAnimals, Maine
Biddeford mill owners lead ducklings to water and watch them swim: See video
Actually, the newly hatched mallards make the trip from their rooftop nest to the Saco River in a construction bucket.
Posted inAnimals, Maine, News
Westbrook shelter caring for dogs rescued from South Korean meat farm
Five of the 250 dogs that were saved are at the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, getting training that could make them suitable for adoption.
Posted inMaine, News
Pilot forced to make emergency landing in Aroostook County lake
Police say Greg Lizotte received minor injuries after his Cessna lost power and landed in Brackett Lake.
Posted inMaine, News
Coalition forms to oppose marijuana legalization campaign
Mainers Protecting Our Youth and Communities includes volunteers who work in law enforcement and public health.
Posted inMaine, News
Biddeford group hopes to keep a restored lighthouse shining bright
A septic system could make it possible to have a keeper and allow for overnight stays at Wood Island Lighthouse.
Posted inMaine
Maine mallard mom makes rooftop nest, but what’s a duckling to do?
Employees of the Pepperell Mill Campus in Biddeford call the Maine Warden Service, which plans to lead the ducklings safely to water once they hatch.