The grant to Maine Medical Center from the Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation will be used to improve prevention, early detection and treatment of lung cancer.
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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Former Biddeford city councilor charged with resisting arrest
Police say Perry Aberle refused to give his name to an officer investigating a complaint Friday night.
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Marijuana legalization leads referendum questions on November ballot
The ballot will include five citizens’ initiatives and one bond issue.
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Biddeford council OKs contract zone for Wood Island Lighthouse
The change will allow the caretakers of the lighthouse to install a septic system, allowing overnight stays.
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Traffic moving again on Casco Bay Bridge
Traffic was stopped twice Wednesday morning when gates on the bridge malfunctioned.
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Body of missing Scarborough man recovered from Portland Harbor
Police say Matthew Foster’s body was found in the water between Union Wharf and Widgery Wharf Wednesday morning.
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Hollis man clocked at nearly 100 mph during chase, police say
Police say Bryan Kelley tried to hide his car behind his own house.
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Sanford school budget headed for second referendum
After some confusion, officials determine the school budget was rejected by voters.
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Cause of Waterboro farmhouse fire under investigation
Officials say a propane grill may have contributed to a Sunday evening fire that destroyed a home on Ossipee Hill Road.
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Casco Bay High students cast off for summer with cardboard boat races
Bragging rights are the prize at the annual event where just staying afloat is an accomplishment.