A bill that would allow school boards to decide whether their superintendents must live in the communities where they work was passed by the Legislature this week, but it remains unclear whether the governor will sign it.
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.
In Maine, warm weather renews Lyme disease concerns
There were more than 1,100 reported cases of Lyme disease in Maine in 2012, a record high that will likely be topped in 2013.
Hunger focus of film showing at Nickelodon theater in Portland
The Preble Street Hunger Initiative on Tuesday will host the Portland premiere of a critically acclaimed film about hunger in America.
Pearson files lawsuit to get OOB job back
Mwanwhile, campaigns to recall all seven Old Orchard Beach town councilors make their final push.
Stranded turtles heading to Florida
Four months after finding themselves stuck in icy water off Cape Cod, five loggerhead sea turtles that spent the winter in Biddeford are headed south for a second lease on life.
South Berwick woman to be honored at White House
Ann Lee Hussey is one of 12 Rotary International members who will be honored as “Champions of Change.”
Shipyard workers protest cuts
Civilian defense employees expect furlough notices in two weeks.
Entire Old Orchard Beach council may face recall
Two rival groups are now collecting signatures and targeting different councilors, meaning all seven could face recall votes.
UMaine women’s basketball bus crash leaves team feeling ‘blessed’
A coach bus carrying the University of Maine women’s basketball team suddenly veered to the left and hit a rumble strip before going airborne and crossing four lanes of traffic in a Tuesday night crash that showered passengers with broken glass.
State transportation officials: Stay off the roads
Transportation officials are warning Mainers to stay off the roads as heavy snow and powerful wind gusts continue to create blizzard conditions across the region.