People and groups stake out some asphalt as they transform parking spots into creative spaces for the city’s second Park(ing) Day.
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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Maine’s POW/MIA weekend to kick off on Friday
The annual recognition event will begin with a motorcycle procession from York to The Ballpark.
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Few question Saco plan to withdraw from RSU
Dayton also is expected to vote on leaving RSU 23, after seeing whether Saco’s effort succeeds.
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Bush award to be presented to Qatar education reform leader
Sheikha Moza bint Nasser will receive the George Bush Award for Excellence in Public Service during a ceremony Thursday at the University of New England.
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Proposal would reduce Old Orchard council back to five
Opponents say the proposal is an emotional reaction to a contentious seven months that ended in a recall election.
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Injured Maine welder awarded $489,000
Joseph Bordeau of Mexico was injured when he was pinned against an I-beam at the Maine Energy Recovery Co. in Biddeford.
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Hundreds turn out for Bon-Ton’s opening at Maine Mall
More than 1,000 customers came into the store in the first hour, says store manager Char Brunner.
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Fans’ votes help save Saco Drive-In
The 74-year-old theater wins an $80,000 digital projection system from Honda’s national contest, which will allow it to stay open.
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Biddeford panel endorses traffic median panhandling ban
The Policy Committee decided not to endorse a separate ordinance that would have banned aggressive solicitation.
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Portland’s Karen MacDonald named Maine Teacher of the Year
The innovative King Middle School teacher was honored Tuesday with an assembly attended by Education Commissioner Steve Bowen.