At least 19 communities say ‘no’ or ‘not yet’ to marijuana retail, but critics warn that the black market will thrive.
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.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
After 9 snowmobilers land in the water, Mainers are warned about dangerously thin ice
Rain and warm temperatures late last week created ice conditions that are unpredictable and ‘very hazardous,’ the Maine Warden Service says.
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Posted inMaine, News, Religion and Values
Maine churches take flu precautions, urge worshippers to take hands-off approach
As reported cases of illness rise sharply, religious leaders issue directives and advisories that seek to limit human contact during traditional practices and sacraments.
Posted inMaine
Truck loses load of insulation on Maine Turnpike
Two southbound lanes were closed in Saco this morning as crews cleaned up.
Posted inMaine
Crash on I-295 in Freeport caused morning delays
Officials had warned drivers to expect delays in the southbound lanes during the morning commute.
Posted inMaine
Southern Maine gets half a foot of snow
Sunny, warmer weather with highs in the 40s expected this weekend.
Posted inMaine, News
In Saco, here’s how they answer MLK’s question, ‘What are you doing for others?’
An annual day of service at First Parish Congregational Church provides haircuts, clothes, food and kindness.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Shapleigh man strangled girlfriend, threatened to ‘kill people,’ police say
York County deputies deputies used a cruiser public address system to order Nicholas Tapscott out of the house to arrest him.
Posted inMaine, News
Cumberland school bus rear-ended; students escape injury
Police believe the driver of the SUV that hit the bus on Blanchard Road this morning was blinded by the sun.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Anger over YMCA dropoff caused Acton man’s violent outburst, police say
Emanuel Slobada allegedly brandished a knife and threatened his mother and sisters.