Police say Robert Cunningham, 48, was intoxicated and speeding when his truck crashed Tuesday, killing his passenger.
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.
Springvale man pleads guilty to setting fire that destroyed Sanford building
Johnathon Cox, 25, will spent 5 years in prison for his role in the fire in July on Montreal Street in Sanford.
Man chased by police crashes car into store in Otisfield
Police say Zachary Mercier led police on a chase from Raymond to Otisfield before crashing into the Bolsters Mills Country Store.
New director of York County Shelter Program following in father’s footsteps
Megan Gean-Gendron grew up volunteering at the shelter in Alfred, serving fundraising dinners and being inspired by the people she met and the life lessons she learned while her father, Don Gean, led the nonprofit.
New community forest preserves 1,400 acres near Sebago Lake
The Tiger Hill Community Forest lies near the northwest edge of the lake in the town of Sebago.
Wells man killed in early-morning crash
Police say Joseph Tolpin was ejected from his car when it went off Mile Road and into a marsh.
Second fatal fire in Fort Fairfield in 2 days under investigation
State fire investigators on Wednesday recovered the body of a woman who died Tuesday night in a fire on Sam Everett Road.
Body recovered from scene of Aroostook County fire
Investigators believe the 90-year-old woman died Monday when her farmhouse burned down.
Kennebunkport’s iconic welcome sign turns up
Police said the ‘Welcome to Kennebunkport’ sign will be put back in its place on the Lanigan Bridge after a touch-up.
Study concludes York River is eligible for Wild and Scenic River designation
Local residents and officials have been pushing for the designation for nearly a decade.