The baby’s father has been charged with murder and is being held at the Penobscot County Jail.
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 faith leaders prepare for more ICE enforcement
Some churches have marked private areas and leaders say they are taking extra precautions as federal immigration enforcement increases in Greater Portland.
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Proposal for separate Department of Child and Family Services fails to gain initial support from Maine lawmakers
The bill to form a new department did not receive support from the Health and Human Services Committee, but its sponsor says he’ll keep pushing for reform.
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When Maine warming centers can’t keep up with demand: ‘We are tasked with life and death decisions’
Advocates say overnight facilities are essential in Maine, but services are limited and it is increasingly difficult to meet the need in communities, including those in York County.
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Maine can still access federal child care funds, but new process to be implemented
The Trump administration announced it will require states to provide more information to access money to make child care more affordable.
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Growing number of homeless Maine veterans move into stable housing
The Department of Veterans Affairs said nearly 52,000 veterans found permanent housing last year, including more than 200 in Maine.
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Investigation continues into death of Milford toddler
The medical examiner’s office is waiting for test results to determine the cause of death of Eleanora McLaughlin.
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Mainer Jessica Meir will lead mission to the International Space Station
The astronaut, who grew up in Caribou, spent 205 days in space during her first spaceflight.
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When it comes to holiday baking, these Mainers are all about tradition
Local bakers say using recipes handed down through generations of their families keeps them connected to loved ones and adds to the magic of the holidays.
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As community remembers 5-year-old school bus crash victim, police identify driver
The investigation into the crash that killed 5-year-old Simon Gonzalez in Standish continues, according to police.