Many bans similar to Portland’s have yet to be challenged in court, and the city’s case could set a precedent for other Maine communities.
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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Seven vying for three seats in Old Orchard
All seven candidates – including two incumbents – are familiar faces in local politics and on town committees.
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Three vie to be Sanford’s for first elected mayor
Sanford residents will also vote to fill one seat on city council and two on the school committee on Nov. 5.
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Tenth-largest yacht in world docks in Portland
The Rising Sun, owned by billionaire David Geffen, has 82 rooms and cost more than $200 million to build.
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Suspect in two Maine shootings arrested after manhunt
Matthew Davis, 32, was captured in a stolen car in Island Falls on Monday by Maine State Police.
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Parking spaces give way to artistic whimsy in Portland
People and groups stake out some asphalt as they transform parking spots into creative spaces for the city’s second Park(ing) Day.
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Maine’s POW/MIA weekend to kick off on Friday
The annual recognition event will begin with a motorcycle procession from York to The Ballpark.
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Few question Saco plan to withdraw from RSU
Dayton also is expected to vote on leaving RSU 23, after seeing whether Saco’s effort succeeds.
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Bush award to be presented to Qatar education reform leader
Sheikha Moza bint Nasser will receive the George Bush Award for Excellence in Public Service during a ceremony Thursday at the University of New England.
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Proposal would reduce Old Orchard council back to five
Opponents say the proposal is an emotional reaction to a contentious seven months that ended in a recall election.