Bond proposals in South Portland, Kittery and Gray-New Gloucester would spend millions to bring artificial turf fields to their schools. District leaders say the grass fields are just in too bad shape to keep up with demand.
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.
Police investigate death of man hit by freight train in Old Orchard Beach
The area around the train station was roped off and the train sat in a crossing while police investigated how one person died and another was seriously injured. Police believe alcohol was a factor.
Police on scene of train incident in Old Orchard Beach
The area around the train station has been roped off and a freight train is stopped on the tracks.
Portland man accused of shooting teen on Forest Ave. charged with attempted murder
Police say Dominic Moncada-Sanchez was arrested and charged less than 24 hours after the shooting at the Meadowbrook Apartments complex.
Teen shot in Portland early Tuesday in stable condition
Police did not identify the 17-year-old victim or release details about the circumstances of the shooting.
Police find bullet holes in Portland duplex after reports of shots fired
A gas line at the building on Eleanor Street also was apparently pierced by a bullet, police said.
Gray man, 84, killed in single-vehicle crash on Sunday
Police are investigating whether speed and a medical event contributed to the crash on Yarmouth Road in Gray.
New Jersey motorcyclist dies after hitting moose in Piscataquis County
Police say the crash occurred when a moose walked into the southbound lanes of I-95 on Monday evening.
Acton man arrested for shooting at car being chased by police
Police say a group of Acton residents tried to form a roadblock to assist New Hampshire police involved in a slow-speed pursuit of a vehicle.