Police say a man tried to force an 18-year-old woman into his car Friday night near the center of the city.
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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Arts and design center planned for Biddeford’s Marble Block
Transformation of the historic building, formerly home to Renys, has the potential to be an economic driver for downtown.
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Brothers charged with breaking into York Beach arcade
Police say Joseph and Joshua Cahill broke into the Fun-O-Rama arcade Monday, but left when security alarms sounded.
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Mainer in space discusses dramatic rescue, missing home
Astronaut Chris Cassidy and colleague Karen Nyberg talk to the Press Herald via video conference from the International Space Station.
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Rail cars parked on siding leave some Mainers uneasy
The practice is common in South Portland, Scarborough and Yarmouth, but officials say it’s safe and response crews are well-trained.
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West Newfield man arrested after three-town car chase
Police say Jamie R. West drove a stolen Kia Soul at speeds up to 100 mph before losing control of the vehicle while trying to make a turn onto Main Street in Kennebunkport.
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Mousam River dams at turning point
A local group is hoping relicensing decisions about three dams will favor access for spawning fish.
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Portland councilors to vote on proposed foam ban
The ordinance would prohibit polystyrene food packaging at city events starting July 1, 2015.
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Two Maine towns share $375K in development awards
The awards given to Kennebunk and St. John Plantation will result in the creation of 13 new jobs, according to state officials.
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Saco Drive-In hopes Honda contest will be its savior
Winners of a favorite-theater contest will receive the highly expensive digital system many need to survive.