A steady stream of cruise ships is bringing thousands of visitors to Portland’s shores this summer, and they bring more than just money.
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.
Scarborough gives final OK to assisted living facility
The project proposal angered neighbors on Black Point Road, prompting them to form the Friends of Oak Hill group to fight the project.
Saco will sell historic fire station for $100K
About 80 residents – many of them wearing ‘Save the Fire Station’ T-shirts – gave councilors a standing ovation following the vote.
Cause of S. Portland water leaks still a mystery
A Portland Water District report says there was no negligence, but most of the leaks are unexplained.
Mainers hooked on hole food
Two local doughnut shops will soon expand. Risky? Not in Maine, where the goodie is a basic food group.
Biddeford may seize, destroy Holland house
The council will vote Tuesday on the fate of 58 South St., site of a 2009 double murder.
Supporters will rally to rescue Saco fire station
The City Council is scheduled to vote Monday on whether to demolish the building to create a parking lot.
South Portland candidates set for November ballot
A special election also will be held next spring to fill two seats.
Sally Struthers arrested for OUI in Maine
The actress was taken into custody following a traffic stop in Ogunquit, but she denies the allegations.
Water main break closes another S. Portland street
The break is the seventh in South Portland since Aug. 25.