Friends of the Shakers gather from around the country to prepare for spring at Sabbathday Lake, the only still-active community of its kind in the world.
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.
Police arrest Bowdoinham man after reports of domestic assault, police chase
Police tried unsuccessfully to find the suspect Sunday using a K9 unit and a Maine Forest Service helicopter.
‘Definitely human’ students connect with author during alien-inspired visit
Author and illustrator X. Fang spent 2 days in South Portland talking with students about kindness, acceptance and creating their own stories.
Maine’s chickadee license plates will start disappearing this week
The new license plates inspired by the 1901 Maine flag are being made in Canada.
Down East community supports family of young fisherman who died scalloping
Jaxson Marston, a 26-year-old from Addison, died in an apparent accident off the coast of Massachusetts last week.
Maine nonprofits try to navigate funding cuts, unclear rules and an uncertain future
Federal grant cancellations have challenged nonprofits of all stripes but especially small groups, which make up the majority and don’t have deep pockets.
Photographer’s passion project transforms women from familiar to fantastical
Ruby Wallace-Ewing says she takes inspiration from the older women she photographs, many of whom are celebrating a major life milestone or accomplishment.
Children’s Museum loses federal grant intended for Wabanaki history programs
The Portland museum is losing most of the grant funding it was awarded last year by the Institute of Museum and Library Services for a project that includes curricula support for teachers and programs for museum visitors.
Tariffs force Maine businesses, municipalities into an uncertain future
President Donald Trump’s unpredictable shifts in tariff policies threaten to drive up costs for consumers and taxpayers.
Belichick’s girlfriend Jordon Hudson will compete in Miss Maine USA
Hudson, an entrepreneur from Hancock, also competed in the pageant last year.