Fake $20 bills were found at several local businesses in July, according to police.
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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Man, woman charged with selling meth in Biddeford
Police seize drugs worth about $10,000 and a loaded handgun during the arrest and search.
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Saco and state officials want connector road, traffic lights for congested Route 112
The long-term recommendations include $34 million in changes to Exit 36 and a $5 million connector road between routes 112 and 5.
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Coast Guard suspends search for missing kayaker in Muscongus Bay
Officials say Baruch Roberts, 79, of Thomaston was last seen Sunday near Friendship.
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Saco developer denies lawsuit’s claim that he embezzled from company
Bernard Saulnier counters that his former partner, John Veneziano, is to blame for financial troubles that led to the auction of properties they planned to develop in Saco and Portland.
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Police searching for Sanford arson suspects
Investigators are looking for Johnathon Cox and Lonnie McMahon in connection with a July 6 arson fire in Sanford.
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Man charged with burning car in Westbrook
Police say Jonathan Thomas set an SUV on fire last week on Myrtle Street.
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Portland Wheelers gives assisted bicycle rides to those who can’t do it alone
The nonprofit makes it possible for people living with a disability or dementia to get outside in a way they may not have experienced in years or at all.
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State health officials urge Mainers to stay safe in extreme heat
Cooling centers will be open in several towns and cities in southern Maine throughout the weekend as temperatures are expected to reach into the high 90s.
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Memories of spectacular fire at Old Orchard Beach pier still vivid, even after 50 years
The fire, visible from as far away as Sebago Lake, destroyed the popular Noah’s Ark fun house and a carousel with hand-carved horses.