Lawmakers vote against the bill that would have put a 12-month moratorium on faculty, staff and program cuts in order to further study the UMaine System’s finances.
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.
UNE chosen for national program to develop new education models
The Biddeford-based university is one of nine picked to participate in an incubator program in Washington, D.C.
Biddeford begins review of $25.7 million city budget
The proposed budget would require a 2.4 percent tax rate increase and the elimination of two jobs, but no reduction in city services.
Former town employee alleges retaliation in Old Orchard Beach lawsuit
Kelly Roy, a former finance employee, says her job was threatened by then-Town Manager Mark Pearson after reporting financial irregularities.
Maine woman wants to build a world-glass collection from the sea
The Saco resident hopes to create a Kennebunk museum and a traveling exhibit to share the beauty and history of the tidal treasures.
Feds signal agreement on $27 million Camp Ellis beach restoration
One agency’s concerns about wildlife impacts had raised fears that the long-awaited project could be delayed.
Saco police hope pawn shop worker’s conviction sends message
Thomas Bennett ‘chose to be deceitful’ when questioned about a stolen fishing reel he had accepted, police say.
Lebanon selectmen reviewing rescue response times
Some residents express worry after rescue staff changes but information on wait times is not released.
National Republican group highlights LePage in ‘American Comeback’ video
Maine’s Republican governor is among 13 profiled for the ‘American Comeback’ project.
Saco school budget proposal has 5 percent bump
The city is working on its first budget since voters opted to withdraw from Regional School Unit 23.