Sanford police are trying to locate Jill Sidebotham, Nicholas Hansen and their daughter, Lydia, who were expected to return from a camping trip last week.
Gillian Graham
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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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Sanford police looking for family last seen nearly a week ago
Jill Sidebotham, Nicholas Hansen and their daughter Lydia were expected to return to Sanford last week and have not been in contact with relatives.
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In chaotic July 4th scene, a Portland man is shot and a crowd aims fireworks at police who respond
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Maine State Police act on judge’s order, release more disciplinary records
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Portland mayors present and past say making the job stronger will politicize city management
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Judge tosses lawsuit challenging border between towns of York, Kittery
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Ogunquit police union says station is unsafe for employees
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Many Portland area residents would need to double their income to afford a home
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West Baldwin man drowns after mooring his boat in Aziscohos Lake
The Maine Warden Service says Michael Shields, 54, went under water about 50 yards from his camp and never resurfaced.