Ryan Jones of Biddeford was secretary-treasurer of Local S6 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers from 2012-16.
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.
York County police warn of thieves posing as water district workers
Police say men claiming to be from the local water district stole jewelry from an Ogunquit resident.
Maine colleges reach out to students who may have been affected by Harvey
Bowdoin and Bates say they have been in touch with students in the Houston area and expect that they will be on campus for the start of classes.
Westbrook woman’s death ruled a suicide
A 50-year-old Falmouth Street resident was found in her home Monday night.
Gorham man charged after brief police standoff
Drew Thomas Shane, 20, is charged with domestic violence criminal threatening with a firearm.
Westbrook man struck, killed by co-worker’s car
James I. Brooks, 41, was walking near Sigco Inc. on Spiller Drive when he was hit early Friday, police say.
Car crashes into Yarmouth pizza shop
The crash was reported at Romeos on Route 1 just after 7 a.m.
Driver crashes in Gorham while pulling over for ambulance
Police say no one was injured, but Route 25 was closed while crews repaired a utility pole.
Debris spilled on I-295 after tailgate popped open, trucking company owner says
The Maine Department of Transportation determines that an overpass joint was not a factor in the spill.
Two York County men charged in Waterboro Aroma Joe’s robbery
Police say Adam Jalbert and Coty McGahey robbed the drive-through coffee shop on Monday.