The Maine Department of Environmental Protection says the town violated the Natural Resources Protection Act by not obtaining a permit before building the stepped seawall along Long Sands Beach.
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.
Portland’s mayoral race, other local elections to drive voter turnout Tuesday
Statewide turnout is expected to be light on Election Day, but higher in Portland and some other communities with hot local races.
UNE students will provide free dental care on Friday
Dental students in Portland will provide free dental care to uninsured patients who cannot afford treatment, as part of the annual Dentists Who Care for ME program by the Maine Dental Association.
Watch: Maine astronaut Jessica Meir talks to students in Earth-to-space call
During an Earth-to-space call that will be shared live online, Caribou’s Jessica Meir will speak with students from her hometown.
Scarborough police looking for man who allegedly strangled woman
Police say Timothy Harmon of Raymond has a violent history and should be considered dangerous.
Windham woman, child escape serious injury when car slams into building
Police believe speed and fatigue contributed to the crash Friday morning in Casco.
Vulgar vanity license plates fuel debate, and maybe new limits down the road
Complaints to lawmakers may prompt legislation, but the secretary of state says free speech protects the right to purchase plates with language that may offend some Mainers.
Scarborough police seek help naming very good girl
Scarborough’s new community station dog will join the department on Nov. 4.
Dump truck spills stones on Gorham roads, causing delays
Police are looking for a truck that spilled large quantities of rip-rap stone Wednesday morning as it drove through town.
Lebanon man charged with arson and assault on family member
Police say Dominic Romero burned a family member’s belongings in the driveway of a Lebanon home during domestic dispute.