Maine State Police say they used an explosive to draw Michael Grendell, 61, from his residence, and he was shot after picking up a firearm.
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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Limerick man injured when car hits rock and flips in Limington
Police say Nicholas Sargent lost control of his car on Sokokis Trail this morning.
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Citizens group sues LePage to try to force release of Clean Election funding
The lawsuit urges a court to require the governor to sign an order freeing up campaign money that has already been set aside and promised to candidates.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Portland man shot near Oxford Street Shelter remains in critical condition
The suspect remained at large Wednesday night, but is not considered a threat to the public.
Posted inMaine Crime
Massachusetts woman charged with drug trafficking after turnpike search
The search turned up 19 suboxone strips and 32 grams of crack cocaine, according to Maine State Police.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Portland man sentenced to 7 years in cocaine case
Tem Tom, 24, pleaded guilty to possession of crack with intent to distribute.
Posted inMaine, News
Saco, state officials put priority on cure for traffic headaches on Route 112
A nagging problem has grown into a safety concern on the road and at the turnpike exit, and the long-term remedy may be building an Interstate 195 spur.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Browntail moths spread, make their presence felt in Greater Portland
The invasive pests have toxic hairs that circulate in the air and can blister the skin, and their growing reach has led places like Yarmouth to cordon off parts of town.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Australian developer who pursued purchase of Maine’s Saddleback resort charged with fraud
Sebastian Monsour was arrested Thursday following a raid of his office in Brisbane, Australia.
Posted inMaine, News, That Moment
Dream of home ownership becomes a reality in family’s moving story
The parents of a boy with autism work hard and wait patiently for their Habitat for Humanity project to be completed, giving their son a new home in Scarborough with the space to thrive.