Dayton will answer a similar question Aug. 13. The school district will vote on the budget Tuesday.
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.
Heartwood College of Art to host meeting about proposed charter school
College officials want to establish the first charter school in Maine focused on the arts.
Scarborough committee to discuss ban on puppy mill puppies
A citizens’ group asked town officials to consider a local ban on sales of puppies and kittens in local stores.
Beach complaints could end Saco ‘dog mecca’
Saco will consider limiting dogs at Bayview Beach, one of the few local beaches where canines currently can visit anytime.
Oak Hill not the place for Scarborough project, foes say
Nonetheless, an 81-unit assisted-living development appears on track to win final approval.
Portland committee backs smoking ban in parks
But the committee declined to pursue a ban on smoking in private clubs.
Time Warner, Hearst Television reach agreement to end blackout
The cable company says the long-term agreement will mean the return of WMTW for its Maine customers.
Search of Gorham house turns up ecstasy, marijuana
Two men face charges after local police and state DEA agents find drugs and cash in the house.
Gorham teen charged with drug trafficking after raid
He also was charged with aggravated assault stemming from an incident last month in Windham.
Biddeford council votes to close MERC
The city’s trash incinerator will be demolished by late next year, but its smokestack will remain.