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.

Local & State, News

Wondering about southern Maine’s winter? It’s back in season

by Gillian Graham December 29, 2015December 29, 2015

In a rude awakening, the region gets its first real taste of snow – half a foot of it – snarling commutes and mobilizing armies to clear it out.

Local & State, News

Fire marshal investigates explosion, fire that severely burned Fryeburg man

by Gillian Graham December 28, 2015December 28, 2015

Matthew Beardsley, 52, is listed in critical condition at a Portland hospital.

Cops & Courts, Local & State, News

Police expect to charge man after Old Port overdose with child in car

by Gillian Graham December 28, 2015December 28, 2015

Passers-by found a 5-year-old in the car with the unconscious man on Commercial Street, police say.

Cops & Courts, Local & State, News

Waterboro man subdued with Taser following short chase

by Gillian Graham December 28, 2015December 28, 2015

Christopher Lajoie, 23, remains in jail on charges that include operating under the influence and driving without a license.

Local & State, News

Snowstorm to follow Christmas’ record-setting high temperatures

by Gillian Graham and Dennis Hoey December 28, 2015December 28, 2015

The snowfall is expected for most of Maine, with the Portland area getting 6 or more inches.

Local & State, News

Alton man dies after canoe capsizes in farm pond

by Gillian Graham December 28, 2015December 28, 2015

Paul Malicky was tending to bait fish traps when he went underwater, according to the Maine Warden Service.

Politics

Petition drive aims to put York County casino referendum on 2016 ballot

by Gillian Graham December 28, 2015December 28, 2015

The wording of the citizen initiative would grant exclusive licensing rights to casino developer Shawn Scott, a controversial figure from the national gambling and harness racing industry.