The state begins issuing one-time relief checks to about 858,000 Mainers.
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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Driver, 2 passengers injured in collision with moose on Maine Turnpike
After hitting the moose, the car stuck a passing tractor-trailer near mile marker 40 in Scarborough, according to police.
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Biddeford workers say their push to unionize comes from love of their jobs
The union organizers in Biddeford are young. They say they want Starbucks to live up to the ideals it espouses.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
Beaches get a little more crowded as piping plover activity picks up
Last year, 125 pairs of the endangered shorebirds nested here, and 2022 looks like it will yield another record high, according to Maine Audubon.
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Some ferry runs to Vinalhaven canceled this weekend
The reduced service was prompted by a COVID-19 case coupled with an ongoing staffing shortage.
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Longtime renters at Wells motel fighting eviction
A judge has granted Pine Tree Legal’s request for a restraining order, preventing the Majestic Regency Resort in Wells from evicting 10 renters who were told last week they had days to move out or face arrest.
Posted inMaine
With dispatch center understaffed, Cumberland County looks to adjust operations
There have not been any delays handling 911 or non-emergency calls, but with 10 of 35 positions vacant officials want to streamline operations so fewer dispatchers can provide the same services.
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Biddeford approves development agreement for 216-unit apartment complex
The developer, Devine Capital LLC, will give the city $500,000 to invest in affordable housing projects.
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Man stabbed while walking in Saco early Tuesday morning
Police say the victim was walking home from work when a person displayed a weapon and demanded money.
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Heart of Biddeford wins national award for community revitalization
The Biddeford nonprofit received the Great American Main Street Award, given annually to recognize communities for excellence in revitalizing commercial districts.