In an effort to avoid using opiates, some people are using marijuana to control their chronic pain.
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.
Topsham home destroyed by fire
A resident and her cat escaped without injuries after being alerted to the fire by a smoke detector.
Mounted shooters try to steer clear of violating Saco ordinance
The club wants to fire blanks from pistols during competitions, but needs local restrictions changed to allow it.
Car crash causing delays on I-295 in Portland
The crash was reported in the area of Tukey’s Bridge.
LePage giving ‘very serious thought’ to challenging King for Senate seat
He calls the independent a ‘likable guy’ but accuses him of making money at the expense of Mainers.
Two arrested after meth lab found on Indian Island
Penobscot Nation police and the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency found the lab while investigating suspected drug activity in the area.
Former Berwick Academy teacher sentenced for taking ‘up-skirt’ videos
Brian Sanborn will spend 30 days in jail for surreptitiously videotaping female students.
More Maine doctors certifying medical marijuana patients
New numbers from state officials shows more than 300 medical providers are giving patients the OK to use marijuana.
Biddeford puts hold on new marijuana facilities
The six-month moratorium is aimed at giving the city time to study how it can regulate commercial growing facilities.
‘Simply Vietnamese Cooking: 135 Delicious Recipes’ By Nancie McDermott
A new book offers a straightforward approach to a faraway cuisine and recipes that rely on pantry staples you probably already have.