Residents will vote Nov. 4 on a proposal to legalize possession of as much as an ounce of marijuana for recreational use.
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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Millennial candidates see youth as asset in State House races
Ryan Fecteau, 22, of Biddeford, is making his first run for the House; Justin Chenette, 23, of Saco, is seeking re-election.
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Posted inNews
York faces question on pot-growing rules
The zoning changes would regulate medicinal marijuana as a land use, and restrict where it is cultivated.
Posted inMaine Cannabis Report, News, Politics
Latest bids to legalize marijuana cause split
Advocates of efforts in Lewiston and South Portland say they have momentum, while foes push back against a ‘feeling of inevitability.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Human remains found in Cornish likely from old cemetery
A contractor digging to install a new drainage pipe makes the discovery behind Town Hall, where a cemetery was located until it was moved in 1920.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Advocates drop bid for marijuana legalization vote in York
The Marijuana Policy Project says it will not appeal a judge’s decision supporting the town’s refusal to put the issue to a townwide vote.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Customers may lose out as Gediman’s owners plan to file for bankruptcy
Banks and businesses that are owed money will be first in line ahead of people who have paid for appliances or services they never received, authorities say.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Donations save York County food bank from closure
York County Food Rescue, which collects donated food and distributes it to dozens of pantries will keep operating through the holidays after nearly running out of cash this week.
Posted inPolitics
Marijuana legalization campaign kicks off in Lewiston
Voters in Lewiston and South Portland will cast ballots on the issue Nov. 4, while a vote in York appears increasingly unlikely.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Lifeblood of York County food program may be forced to close
Demand has depleted the budget of a group that supplies goods to dozens of anti-hunger groups, and the director is asking for help, fast.