The luxury steamship sank off the coast of Massachusetts in a storm in 1898, killing nearly 200 people.
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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Fort Gorges listed among Maine’s most endangered historic places
Maine Preservation’s annual list also includes camps, cottages and notable historic homes across the state.
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Biddeford man killed in Arundel car crash
Police say 29-year-old Bjoun Condappa lost control of his car while driving on Route 1.
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Teachers pass on lessons of 9/11 to a generation born after the attacks
Maine teachers address the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in a variety of ways, both personal and academic.
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Judge rules in favor of Ogunquit in fire chief’s firing
Justice Wayne Douglas said Town Manager Patricia Finnigan did not violate Mark O’Brien’s due process and her decision to terminate his employment was supported by evidence.
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Three teenagers charged with vandalizing Scarborough playing field
Police say the teens drove a truck on the turf field, causing $2,500 in damage.
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Kennebunkport man wins big lottery prize … again
Robert Stuart won $1 million on a scratch ticket in May, and he got lucky on another scratch ticket with a $100,000 prize last month.
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North Berwick man arrested on drug charge after fleeing from police on ATV
Maine State Police say Dennis Laing was carrying a half-pound of marijuana and more than $14,000 when he was arrested Saturday in Lebanon.
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Maine astronaut Jessica Meir prepares for her launch
The Caribou native and scientist leaves Earth this month for the International Space Station.
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Six charged with impaired driving during York County sobriety checkpoint
During the 4-hour checkpoint, officers stopped 850 cars and administered 25 field sobriety tests.