When entrepreneur Matt Lauzon raised allegations against a former Biddeford police officer on social media, he never expected the groundswell he’d unleash.
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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State action demanded on Biddeford sex abuse allegations
Alleged victims and some city councilors ask that state officials strengthen punishments of sex crimes and thoroughly investigate accusations against former police officers.
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Posted inMaine, News
Outrage intensifies over sex-abuse allegations against 2 former Biddeford cops
Angry residents demand answers and city action during a probe of ex-police officers accused of molesting children in the 1990s.
Posted inMaine, News
Biddeford council hears calls for accountability on claims of police sex abuse
More alleged victims of two former officers come forward, and others want the police chief suspended during the investigation by the Attorney General’s Office.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Boston businessman demands apology from Biddeford sex offender
Matthew Lauzon also says he was sexually assaulted as a boy by a now-retired Biddeford police officer.
Posted inMaine, News
New England states racing to legalize recreational pot
Five state legislatures are working on legalization bills, and two states could put the question to voters.
Posted inThat Moment
Customers came for the food; they stayed for Hoss and Mary
A tear-filled final day at this restaurant in Old Orchard reveals a couple who served up – and inspired – love.
Posted inNews, Politics
Maine group seeking to legalize pot gets OK to collect signatures
Another pro-marijuana group is also seeking approval for a legalization petition drive.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Parents urge lawmakers to support hospital use of medical marijuana
But Maine hospitals say they face federal penalties if they allow patients, including children, to use nonsmokable forms of medical marijuana prescribed by their doctors.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Proposal would allow marijuana in Maine hospitals
A number of bills aim to amend the state’s medical marijuana law to expand production and access, and strengthen state oversight.