There were no injuries reported and the cause of the fire remains under investigation, according to local fire officials.
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.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State
York County Jail recovers from outbreak that infected dozens
The outbreak was first detected on Dec. 13, and sickened more than 50 people in all.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Virus concerns cause cancellation of some New Year’s Eve events
While New Year Gorham is switching to a virtual format, the State Theatre in Portland and the Portland House of Music are canceling their shows.
Posted inLocal & State
A determined teen faces his grimly altered life
In June 2020, Jack Weeks, 17, was instantly paralyzed in a diving accident. He is determined to work hard to keep getting stronger.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Shaker holiday baking traditions endure in the hands of Brother Arnold
It’s a busy time of year in the kitchen at Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, even without visitors to the annual Christmas Fair.
Posted inLocal & State, News
From a large new facility in South Portland, Preble Street feeds people and fights to end hunger
The idea for the Food Security Hub came from a need to move away from the soup kitchen model and feed more and more people during the pandemic.
Posted inAnimals, Local & State, News
Attention birders! The Maine Bird Atlas needs your help
An online meeting Thursday will update birders on how to help with the statewide citizen science project by reporting bird sightings.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Cumberland County Jail reports 15 active cases of COVID-19
The numbers are improving at the jail, which began dealing with a new wave of infections early last month.
Posted inFood, Local & State
Yeto’s in Biddeford will close this month
The owners of the Southern-Italian fusion restaurant said they will also close the deli they opened earlier this year on Main Street.
Posted inLocal & State, News
York County to give harm reduction bags to people leaving jail
The bags containing information about resources, fentanyl test strips and naloxone are designed to help people who have substance use disorder transition back into the community.