A 16-year-old’s death last month — in a state where the threat to young people is especially alarming — has loved ones and other Mainers calling for a greater willingness to talk about mental illness, depression and pain.
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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The Prom: Cape teens are treated like royalty — for a day
Connor Maguire first noticed Mackenzie Leighton in statistics class at Cape Elizabeth High School. He didn’t know many people in the class, but she made him feel right at home. “She was friendly and funny,” he said. “And obviously she looks pretty good, too.” After a few months, he finally asked her to dinner and […]
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Kennebunk receives highest Standard & Poor’s rating
Kennebunk is the only town in Maine to receive a AAA rating, according to town officials.
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Man given 4 years for robbing Saco cabbie twice
Wayne Thompson, 27, also pleads guilty to robbing a Cumberland Farms store in Saco.
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Authorities: Old Orchard councilor committed no crime
An Old Orchard Beach town councilor is alleged to have used a racial slur against a black resident, but it is protected speech, police say.
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Auditor says Old Orchard finances are ‘rock solid’
But he raises concerns about internal controls including bank deposit reconciliations.
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Old Orchard police probe political sign theft
A $1,000 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest of anyone responsible for the theft.
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Maine panel backs ex-worker’s retaliation complaint
The former Old Orchard Beach employee reported financial irregularities, and was retaliated against because of it, the panel says.
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RSU 23 residents will have opportunity to change proposed budget
The total set at Tuesday’s meeting will be voted on June 11 at the districtwide validation referendum.
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Biddeford’s arts scene draws college
Heartwood College of Art’s founder Berri Kramer: ‘It feels like stepping into a community that is already culturally aware.’