The commission is looking for ways to better use federal funds and programs to reduce food insecurity.
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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Brunswick police identify man found dead in New Meadows River
The death of David Dolan, 51, did not appear to be a crime, according to police
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Car hits utility pole, closing Woodford Street in Portland
Crews from Central Maine Power Co. were on the scene this afternoon to begin replacing the pole.
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Dump truck crash causes traffic delays in Gorham
The accident on Route 22 is in an area that is used heavily by commuters; the road has been reopened to traffic.
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Aroostook County boy found safe after night in the woods
Tait Margison of Westmanland got lost as his family searched woods near his house for the family border collie.
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Two charged with robbing entry gate at Kittery park
A police officer responding to the incident crashes a cruiser trying to avoid a vehicle making a U-turn.
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Smoking likely to blame for Westbrook apartment fire that displaces 10
One person is treated for smoke inhalation after a fire on Bridge Street.
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Granite Bay Care co-workers save the day – twice
In the space of two days, employees of the company come to the rescue of accident victims in Portland.
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Outer Congress traffic resumes with detour after car accident
The accident is near the intersection of Congress Street and Skyway Drive.
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York County Jail inmate severely injured in apparent suicide attempt
The 53-year-old woman jumped over a second-floor railing to the floor below, a drop of about 12 feet, police say.