To change its fortunes, Sanford must change its image, officials say. That’s no small task in a town that values its historic identity.
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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No clash, just cash, at local Planned Parenthood event
Despite confrontations in the past, anti-abortion advocates and Planned Parenthood supporters intersect peacefully in Portland.
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Cash mob could clash with abortion clinic protesters in Portland
Nearly 90 people are expected to participate in the event to support the Planned Parenthood clinic on Congress Street.
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New $20M athletic complex to open at UNE
The 105,000-square-foot facility includes an ice hockey rink with 900 seats and a basketball court with 1,200 seats.
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South Portland commuters seek Broadway traffic relief
As enrollment at Southern Maine Community College has rapidly increased, so has the traffic on Broadway and around the Casco Bay Bridge . . .
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Accused Saco gunman had raised red flags
The man’s wife had gotten a protection order and police saw disturbing signs before Tuesday’s standoff.
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New Sanford charter ready for Nov. 6 vote
A public hearing reveals some concerns about changing to a city and adopting new processes.
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Portland to honor people who rescued woman from harbor
Six civilians and five emergency responders rushed to help Ursula Nixon after her car plunged into Portland Harbor in September.
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Biddeford food pantry announces move
Stone Soup Food Pantry will begin distributing food from its new location on Monday.
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York bridge will be closed for a year
Crews will construct a new $3.37 million bridge over the York River.