The centrist Democrat from Lewiston says he is focused on winning a 5th term representing Maine’s more conservative 2nd District in order to help his party retake the House in 2026.
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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Troy Jackson announces run for Maine governor
Jackson, a Democrat from Allagash who served 20 years in the Maine Legislature, said in March that he was exploring a possible run for the office.
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Maine fabric, crafts shops fill the void left after retailer Joann’s bankruptcy
Local store owners say they have already seen new customers coming in to shop for fabric, yarn and other craft supplies.
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Man arrested after stabbing at Portland homeless shelter
The victim was taken to a local hospital after being slashed on the head Thursday night, according to police.
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In wake of ‘devastating’ cuts, volunteers step up to ready Shakers for the season
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.
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Portland police investigate gunshots on Grant Street
Police say no one was injured when shots were fired Sunday night.
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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.
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York County’s only homeless shelter closes after 45 years
Some of York County Shelter Programs’ services will continue to operate, including a food pantry that serves 6,000 people each month.
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Wabanaki group restoring 245-acre farm in Swanville as food hub
Niweskok, a Wabanaki-led food sovereignty organization, recently bought the farm to aid its work reinvigorating traditional crops and land management.
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Washington County man dies in Milbridge crash
Police are still investigating why the pickup truck driven by Clyde Samuelson Jr. of Columbia left Route 1 and crashed in a ditch.