The program will address community concerns raised by a federal lawsuit that accused Global Partners LP of violating the Clean Air Act at its petroleum storage facility on the Fore River.
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.
Biddeford awarded $7.5 million FAA grant for airport upgrades
The grant will be used to pay for improvements to the runway, taxiway and tarmac at the municipal airport.
Maine rolls out new ‘hub’ for browntail moth information
Mainers can now call or text 211 to speak to a specialist about the invasive species that causes heath problems.
Jordan’s Furniture to take former Filene’s space at Maine Mall
This will be the Massachusetts’-based company’s seventh store in New England.
UNE researchers harvest kelp from farm in Saco Bay
The goal is to grow the algae on a large scale in the open ocean as a source of biofuel.
Buxton man accused of setting car and woods on fire
Police say Donovan Sanborn also threatened people with an ax during the incident last week on Old Thompson Road.
Pair suspected of robbing Limerick store at gunpoint arrested in Montana
The suspects were caught after driving in Montanta in a car they had taken without permission from Maine.
State police looking for 2 suspects in Hollis car chase
Police say Kyle Needham and Amanda Merryfield were in a Nissan Altima that was driven recklessly Tuesday morning.
Judge tosses lawsuit over Biddeford’s plan to charge for parking
The court determined the lawsuit wasn’t filed in time, but resident Jason Litalien says he’ll file a new complaint in federal court.
Electrical fire damages Wyman Energy Center in Yarmouth
It took crews about an hour to bring the electrical fire under control.