A wide variety of races and referendum questions awaits voters across Maine when the polls open Tuesday.
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.
Removal of anti-wind project signs in Moosehead region feeds tensions
As many as 50 signs opposing wind projects were removed from state rights-of-way by state transportation department workers.
Two lawsuits filed in connection with Biddeford sex abuse allegations
Matthew Lauzon and Larry Ouellette allege that the police chief and city should have known about the abuse they say was done by two former police officers.
California woman arrested in Kennebunkport after receiving 2 pounds of pot in mail, police say
Rachel Lindsey now faces a felony drug trafficking charge, according to police.
Southern Maine enjoys the calm after the storm
Meanwhile, electricity is restored to almost all of the 12,000 customers who lost it.
Sexual abuse controversy colors Biddeford mayoral race
An anonymous Facebook post targeting Mayor Alan Casavant with explicit sexual references draws condemnation from Casavant and his challenger.
Mobile home in Lebanon destroyed in two-alarm fire
The state Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating how the fire started at 249 Lower Cross Road.
Westbrook woman charged with eluding an officer and OUI after Windham car chase
Police say Rebecca M. Warren, 32, has a lengthy criminal record.
Springvale man charged with robbing 7-Eleven with a knife
Police arrested Keith Hammonds, 27, at his mother’s home in Belgrade.
Two incumbents, challenger vie for 2 Old Orchard Beach council seats
John Bird is running against councilors Joseph Thornton and Jay Kelley.