Paul Malicky was tending to bait fish traps when he went underwater, according to the Maine Warden Service.
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.
Petition drive aims to put York County casino referendum on 2016 ballot
The wording of the citizen initiative would grant exclusive licensing rights to casino developer Shawn Scott, a controversial figure from the national gambling and harness racing industry.
Police on lookout for dog missing following fatal Island Falls crash
The dog, named Ruby, ran away following a crash that killed her owner.
Bicyclist hit by car door on Cumberland Avenue in Portland
The cyclist was taken to Maine Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.
Man killed in Aroostook County camper fire
Investigators are trying to determine the cause of the Wednesday morning fire, which killed Michael Kelley, 60.
Saco council allocates money to restore historic Stackpole Bridge
The bridge on Simpson Road has been closed to traffic for two years.
Hot Lotto ticket worth $1.1 million sold in York
The Maine Lottery pays the taxes on Hot Lotto prize money, so the winner will take home the full prize amount.
Fire destroys Lebanon home; 2 occupants escape safely
Crews from several towns battled a fire that engulfed the home on Creamery Hill Road early this morning.
Snowless in southern Maine, gladness at public works departments
Savings mount and plow crews catch up on projects as the area experiences the third-latest start of the snow season in a century.
Elderly Portland man dies after pajamas catch fire
Investigators say Myron McLaughlin, 80, was smoking inside his apartment at Franklin Towers when he was burned over 60 percent of his body.