A customer pumping gas at a nearby Cumberland Farms overfilled their tank, causing the fuel spill.
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.
Gusty storm knocks out power to thousands north of Portland
Harrison Middle School in Yarmouth closes for the day because it lacked electricity.
‘Better-than-Takeout’ offers an easy introduction to Thai cooking
Our reviewer is excited to expand her husband’s palate beyond pad Thai.
Former Prime Tanning site target of arson twice
The fires cause extensive smoke damage in a former industrial building.
Three Sanford residents charged with selling heroin and fentanyl
Drug agents had been investigating the trio for 2 months, according to police.
Maine man trying to light cigarette flips truck end over end
The truck came to rest on its roof after crashing through several trees.
SWAT team responds to South Portland store where man allegedly brandished gun
The Circle K/Irving on Westbrook Street was evacuated and roads were closed in the area during the incident Sunday evening.
Hunter finds skeletal remains in Byron
Maine State Police say the remains could belong to Derek Adams, who was reported missing last December.
Dogs from Puerto Rico arrive at Animal Refuge League
One cat joined 25 dogs that could be available for adoption as soon as Sunday.
Sanford police charge woman with taking bag of cash dropped in store
A store security video that shows the woman picking up a bank deposit bag and keeping it led to tips about her identity, police say.