Police say the accident is still under investigation but appears to have been caused by pedestrian error.
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.
Maine project gets $6 million to restore fish habitat and manage flooding
The five-year project, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, will replace several hundred culverts and restore 250 miles of brooks, streams and rivers.
Marijuana law officially approved by just under 4,000 votes
The Secretary of State’s Office will send the results to Gov. LePage, who questions whether certifying them will violate his oath of office because pot remains illegal under federal law.
Suspect escapes after high-speed chase from New Hampshire to Maine
Police say the suspect ran into the woods after his car lost a tire in York.
Maine’s new marijuana law may take effect by end of January
The No on 1 campaign, which halted its recount effort over the weekend, says it will monitor events as the new industry takes shape.
Rapid Response session scheduled for laid-off Save-A-Lot workers
The discount grocery store in Sanford closed abruptly last week.
Cities and towns put brakes on marijuana
Maine municipalities embrace temporary moratoriums on pot-related businesses in an effort to adjust more gradually to change.
Maine Water announces $8.7 million investment to replace aging infrastructure
The company plans to replace old water mains and build a new treatment facility in Biddeford.
Marijuana recount heads into second week after snow delay
The No on 1 campaign says it continues to pick up votes, but the official vote tally won’t be released until the recount is finished.
Parsonsfield man accused of using front-end loader to pick up, drop son’s mobile home
Police say John Bubar only stopped once he realized his 7-year-old grandson was inside the home.