On guitar: Noah Keeley of Bar Harbor, 10, who was shocked to be pulled from the crowd to strum along to his favorite song.
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.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Old Orchard Beach fire chief arrested, charged with arson in April marsh fire
Fires that took place in other locations where Ricky Plummer served as fire chief also are being investigated, a state official says.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State
Three men indicted in bizarre robbery, kidnapping in Waterboro
Police say the three out-of-state men were looking for a large amount of marijuana.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Four men indicted on numerous charges in Lyman home invasion
Police say the men held a family of five at gunpoint while ransacking their house.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Saco says OK to cowboy shooting events, but only if they’re indoors
Fans of the Western-style shooting competitions, in which participants ride horses and fire pistols, requested an ordinance change so they could hold practices and competitions in Saco.
Posted inLocal & State
Biddeford to hold public hearing on city and education budgets
The proposed budgets would not increase taxes for most homeowners, according to city officials.
Posted inAnimals, Local & State
First piping plover nests of the year spotted on York County beaches
The nests are reported in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Old Orchard Beach.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Portland residents meeting 2 finalists for school superintendent
Xavier Botana speaks Monday at Casco Bay High School. On Tuesday, Teresa A. Lance will meet residents at King Middle School.
Posted inLocal & State
Saco council to hold hearing on budget with little impact on taxes
The council will meet again May 4 for a workshop to consider changes before a final vote on May 9.
Posted inLocal & State
Hiram man injured in late-night crash
Police say drugs and alcohol likely contributed to the crash that injured 21-year-old Shane Irish.