Katie Creedon of Buxton, who has frequent seizures and can’t speak, had never had a big celebration, until her mother’s Facebook post inspired others and she ended up with a roomful of people and happiness.
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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FBI releases enhanced videos of suspect in Portland-area armed robberies
The three-minute compilation highlights details captured by security cameras in the robberies, which began March 20.
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Route 25 in Gorham reopens to traffic
Travel had been restricted in the area after a sink hole developed Friday.
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Bangor man charged with murdering 2 people found in burning truck
The bodies of Michael Bridges and Desiree York were discovered in a truck that was found on fire Wednesday night.
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Windham schools closed Friday as police investigate bomb threat
The threat was found written on a bathroom wall Thursday afternoon.
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Series of armed robberies in Portland area has police and businesses on high alert
The most recent incident was an attempted armed robbery Tuesday evening at Aroma Joe’s on Western Avenue in South Portland.
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Watch: Maine trooper has near miss involving distracted driver
State police use the video, recorded last year, to remind people about the ‘move over’ law.
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Police seek connection in string of Portland-area armed robberies
A holdup late Monday also is being investigated, as authorities worry that the robberies could lead to an exchange of gunfire.
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Gorham, Scarborough police respond to FBI report of threatening social media post
A student in Gorham posted inaccurate information about a threat initially posted on Snapchat by a student in Scarborough.
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Dayton man, accused of strangling girlfriend, and his mother arrested
Sandra King is charged with hindering the apprehension of her son as he fled police.