April Fournier won an at-large seat, while Mark Dion won the District 5 seat and Andrew Zarro was elected Portland’s city councilor in District 4.
Gillian Graham
Staff Writer
Gillian Graham is a general assignment reporter for the Portland Press Herald. 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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State representative faces challenge in Sanford
Republican Rep. Matthew Harrington faces a challenge from Springvale resident Patricia Kidder as he seeks a fourth term representing part of the city of Sanford.
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Lost bird hunter rescued after spending night in Piscataquis County woods
Game wardens found 70-year-old Maurice Pelletier after he got lost while hunting grouse on a logging road.
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Sanford residents compete for seat in House District 18
The winner of the race will replace Rep. Anne-Marie Mastraccio, who is termed out of office.
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Westbrook police look for two missing teenagers
Police say Dylan Collins and Isaiah Loring left a facility in Westbrook and may be in the Lewiston-Auburn area.
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Portland police investigate assault of woman walking in West End
A short time after a woman was attacked Sunday night, a second woman reported a man followed her as she walked on Brackett Street.
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Biddeford pushes forward on developing climate action plan
The city becomes the sixth community in Maine to declare a ‘climate emergency’ and will develop a plan to adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change.
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Four candidates running for two seats on Sanford City Council
The race includes longtime councilors Maura Herlihy and Joseph Hanslip and two political newcomers.
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Four candidates running for 2 seats on Sanford City Council
The race includes longtime councilors Maura Herlihy and Joseph Hanslip and two political newcomers.
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Three-way race for Sanford mayor features experienced elected officials
All 3 candidates have been elected to local office in Sanford, and are now looking to lead the city.