A woman checking on an empty vacant house was greeted by an unwelcome surprise Saturday night: a 3-foot python.
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.
Berwick man dies after setting his house on fire
Investigators believe Jon Kellar doused the home with gasoline and set the blaze himself.
Two who died in weekend crash identified as Parkman couple
In an emotional Facebook post, a police officer describes delivering news of the crash to the next of kin.
Medical marijuana caregivers face restrictions in Saco
Councilors are considering the state’s first ban on in-home growing of pot by caregivers, but it may violate state law and would be hard to enforce.
Dispensary group announces support for marijuana legalization in Maine
Wellness Connection of Maine officials say legalization will require a robust regulatory framework.
Police seek SUV driver who knocked car into Alfred river
The owner of the unoccupied car says it was hit by a large black SUV that immediately left the scene.
Biddeford man setting sail for Arctic Ocean
Christopher Betjemann, an experienced sailor, is joining an international expedition aboard a fiberglass sailing yacht into a region of polar bears and icebergs.
Death of Presque Isle man ruled a homicide
Police say the death of 86-year-old Leo Corriveau has been ruled a homicide, but the cause of death has not been released.
What’s it like to be a police officer in Maine today?
The recent attacks targeting police have local officers contemplating their roles as protectors of peace in troubled times.
Former Biddeford police officer denies sexual abuse allegations
Stephen Dodd says he had one consensual encounter with the man whose accusations of abuse led to a series of emotional City Hall meetings last year.