A York County sheriff’s deputy had attempted to stop Stoy Daye’s car because of a loud exhaust.
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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Now-retired Maine officer faces claims of sex abuse
A Boston businessman’s allegation that a Biddeford policeman assaulted him for years when he was a child is referred to the Attorney General’s Office.
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Biddeford police refer sex abuse allegation to Maine attorney general
A 30-year-old Boston businessman says he was sexually assaulted by a local police officer while growing up in the city.
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Joanne Twomey: ‘No apologies’ for confronting LePage at Saco forum
The former state representative and Biddeford mayor has a long history of passionate – and often boisterous – advocacy for the environment, children, seniors and the poor.
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Former sheriff plans push to legalize marijuana in Maine
A bill from Rep. Mark Dion, D-Portland, to tax and regulate sales to adults is the fourth proposal of 2015, which some see as a sign of momentum on the issue.
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Saco School Board names new superintendent
Dominic DePatsy, who is now superintendent of Burnham, Detroit and Pittsfield, will begin leading Saco schools in July.
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Second plan for legal marijuana would let Mainers possess an ounce and grow their own
The latest proposal, to be unveiled Tuesday, would go on the November 2016 ballot, but it has competition.
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City manager who guided growth in Biddeford to step down
John Bubier, 70, will leave the job June 30, then work part time for the city on economic development.
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Public Utilities Commission approves water rate hike in Biddeford-Saco area
The Maine Water Co. will increase rates for first time in seven years.
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Saco council seeks outside opinion on administrator’s contract
A divided City Council agreed to ask the Maine Municipal Association for an opinion on the disputed deal to retain City Administrator Richard Michaud.