The day after the discovery of her body, her father, Kenneth Rear, expresses his gratitude to the Sanford community and police force.
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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Falmouth man’s new nonprofit aims to turn coins into social change
World of Change hopes to raise money through community and school events.
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School bus driver in Lebanon crash failed to stop for sign, police say
The three people on the bus were uninjured, but the driver of a car was taken to a hospital.
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Casco Bay Bridge reopened after being stuck
The southbound drawbridge portion was stuck in the raised position for about a half-hour just after rush hour Monday.
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Jackson Laboratory denies PETA allegations of mistreating mice
Among allegations in a complaint filed with the National Institutes of Health: Mice were left for days in wet boxes, causing some to drown, and others had the tips of their tails torn off, instead of clipped, for tissue samples.
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New Hampshire man arrested in Wells, charged with drug trafficking in jail
Police say Anthony Soto had cocaine, oxycodone and Suboxone on him following his arrest Tuesday afternoon.
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New group forms to support Katahdin Woods and Waters monument
The nonprofit plans to work with the National Park Service to help set up volunteers and programs at the national monument, which Gov. LePage wants to scrap.
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With ‘Posh Eggs’ on your shelf, you’ll never lack for egg cookery inspiration
But know that some of the recipes may challenge an inexperienced cook.
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Biddeford will host a summer camp for children with autism
University of New England students will be counselors for the camp, Finding the Pieces, in August.
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New UNE president, from Drexel, praised as leader and forward thinker
Dr. James Herbert, known for his writings on fake science in the mental health field, will replace Danielle Ripich in July and says he’s excited to oversee the next phase for the university.