The woman was able to flee the home before police surrounded it and arrested 26-year-old Adam Sanborn.
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.
Iraqi refugee’s story reveals pathway to American dream
The Portland man is among a growing number of English language learners who have turned to the Biddeford Adult Education program.
Stolen car crashes into Westbrook building, 2 men arrested
The driver of the vehicle tried to run away but was apprehended, police say.
Buxton principal warns of pinworm outbreak at elementary school
In a letter to parents, the principal says the school is disinfecting and cleaning surfaces.
Felon with violent past surrenders to police in Buxton
In August 2017, Vincent Cole allegedly used his child as a human shield during a confrontation with police
Maine State Police looking for violent felon, woman and their toddler
A judge issued a warrant Tuesday for Vincent Cole of Hollis, who police say may be traveling with Natasha West and their 2-year-old child.
Wells man killed in car crash in Gray
Police say 72-year-old Richard Shok died at the scene of the crash on Route 26.
Two people killed in weekend boating crash were an Eliot woman and a 7-year-old girl
The accident in the Piscataqua River took the lives of Laurie Stewart, 56, and Kaillen Wickman and injured 5-year-old Michael Wickman.
Litchfield woman reported missing is found in Southwest Harbor
Authorities sent out a silver alert after the woman, Jacka Beckwith, 77, failed to turn up at a relative’s house in Bangor on Sunday.
Falmouth Spur reopened after truck hauling peat moss overturns
The driver of the truck was slightly injured in the crash.