Before the pandemic, the state already had an elevated level of hunger compared to the rest of the nation. Now, relief programs are adapting to an intensifying crisis.
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 students return for first day of in-person learning since pandemic shut down schools
Many districts around the state are welcoming students back this week for the first time since March, with new safety precautions.
Raging fire rips through house in North Berwick
Heavy fire was visible in the building on Somersworth Road when crews arrived Monday afternoon.
Labor Day rally calls attention to need for aid during pandemic
In Portland, labor leaders and workers call for legislation to protect workers, assist state and local governments, and boost unemployment benefits for struggling Mainers.
Maine CDC reports 19 new cases of coronavirus, no new deaths
State health officials are keeping a close eye on York County, which has had a surge of cases in the past 2 weeks.
Missing Sullivan woman and daughter found safe
Maine State Police had asked the public for help locating Ashley Miller and her 4-year-old daughter.
York police look for suspects in robbery attempt
Police say a man was injured Monday evening during an attempted robbery on Kingsbury Lane.
Maine Marine Patrol searches Piscataqua River area for missing kayaker
A kayak belonging to Dan Vardell Jr. of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, was found overturned Sunday near Wood Island.
Are those moose crossing signs south of Portland really just there to excite tourists?
On the 109-mile stretch of the Maine Turnpike from Kittery to Augusta, there are a total of nine such signs.
Coronavirus outbreak at York County Jail grows to 54 cases
All are connected to a broader outbreak associated with a wedding reception held at an inn 235 miles north in Millinocket.