Cases have quadrupled this year, and while most involve youngsters, dozens of older Mainers have become ill too. The surge is attributed to many factors, including a lack of booster shots.
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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Health insurance for South Portland officials debated
City councilors agreed Monday to consider options for phasing out city-funded health insurance for councilors.
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Scarborough town councilor resigns
Karen D’Andrea would have completed the first year of her second term in November.
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Saco considers future of former fire station
To demolish or develop: That’s the choice for city councilors as they consider the fate of Saco’s old Central Fire Station.
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Parking fee for Scarborough students hits bump
The school board says the revenue will help avoid program cuts, but drivers say $100 is high and unfair.
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Saco to seek public input on proposed dog restrictions
A planned ordinance would ban dogs from beaches from 9 a.m.to 5 p.m. June 15 to Sept. 15.
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Dignity restored to veterans’ burial site
A ceremony at a cemetery in Portland marks completion of a project started by Girl Scouts.
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Tradition roars on at speedway
At Beech Ridge on a summer Saturday, a younger crowd joins longtime car-racing fans, keeping the track vibrant.
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BEACH TO BEACON 10K ROAD RACE: Falmouth’s Shaw beats ex- teammate
CAPE ELIZABETH — Ethan Shaw knew he’d probably trail Jonny Wilson soon after the start of the TD Beach to Beacon.
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Maine Men: Shaw surges ahead to get his first win
Ethan Shaw gets past Jonny Wilson, his former teammate at Falmouth, to post the top time by a Maine man.