Police say Brandon Smith, 34, also ran from officers during a traffic stop in Lebanon.
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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Fallen officer remembered for ‘selfless service’ as thousands turn out for his funeral
Maine State Police Detective Benjamin Campbell was hit and killed by a truck wheel last week while helping a motorist on Interstate 95 in Hampden. Representatives of public safety agencies from Maine and beyond pay tribute.
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Thousands expected in Portland on Tuesday for funeral of Maine State Police detective
The city announces that multiple streets near the Cross Insurance Arena will be closed.
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Crash on Maine Turnpike in Saco snarls traffic for more than an hour
Multiple cars were involved in the crash just after 7:30 a.m. Monday, according to state police.
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Investigation of alleged Saco police misconduct continues
A city official says the investigation of the police chief and a deputy chief could take several more weeks.
Posted inMaine, New England, News
Blaze that killed Berwick fire captain was started by discarded smoking material
Capt. Joel Barnes died last month after he got trapped on the third floor of the burning apartment building.
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Truck crash shuts down Maine Turnpike lanes in Portland for 4 hours
State police say a tractor-trailer hauling cleaning solvent overturned north of Exit 46.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Biddeford, developers agree on mixed-use project for incinerator site
Developers James Brady and Brian Eng plan a mix of residential, office and other uses on the Lincoln Street property.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Man chases, fires gun at apparent robber, Portland police say
The man tells police he pulled a gun when a masked man opened his car door, then fired two shots as he chased him down Washington Avenue.
Posted inLifestyle, Maine
Restoration of historic Biddeford City Hall clock begins
The clock, originally installed in the early 1900s, is being restored by Balzer Family Clock Works of Freeport.