Some of the money will help clean up former mill buildings in downtown Biddeford.
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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Seven York County students diagnosed with viral meningitis
Maine’s state epidemiologist says such cases typically arise when school begins.
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Colorado advocate warns Mainers about implications of legalizing marijuana
Thomas Gorman of the Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area appears at a forum in Falmouth.
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Maine Preservation releases list of most endangered properties
The annual list includes Stimson Memorial Hall in Gray and Old Town Hall in Bridgton.
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Summit on Aging reveals economic vulnerability of Maine seniors
More than 500 people attend the second such annual gathering that aims to get ahead of problems.
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Hillary Clinton to make campaign stop at King Middle School in Portland on Friday
The front-runner for the Democratic nomination in the 2016 presidential race will rally supporters and build organizational support.
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Preservationists decry demolition of Buxton’s historic Hanson School building
The building, which had not been used since 2010, was listed on Maine Preservation’s list of most endangered historic properties in 2011.
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In Windham, mother of autistic teenager finds a market for salsa they make together
With the support of her nonprofit foundation, she hopes to hire others with autism to make the spicy product.
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Labor Day message in Portland: Unions push for living wage
Maine leaders also celebrate FairPoint workers who went on strike to fight contract changes.
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Turmoil over sex-abuse allegations goes on in Biddeford, even after state closes case
The attorney general has declined to charge a former police officer and a sex offender, but critics aren’t giving up and city councilors may take action.