The weather also prompts Gov. LePage to declare a state of emergency so heating oil truck drivers can put in longer hours filling homeowners’ tanks.
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.
Portland man charged with OUI after 4-car crash in Windham
Two other drivers involved in the crash sustained minor injuries.
Woolwich man stabbed in neck in Bath
Police say Clancy Morton was stabbed during a fight with two acquaintances inside an apartment at Green Acres Estates.
As bitter cold tightens its grip, wind chill will become dangerous
An arctic blast that comes on the heels of a strong Christmas Day snowstorm has plunged the state into a deep freeze that could persist into next week.
For many Mainers, ‘there is no Christmas without pork pie’
Each slice of French-Canadian tourtiere comes with memories of Christmas past.
Three New Hampshire fugitives caught in York County
Two men were wanted on drug charges and a woman with them was wanted for obstruction.
Portland driver, 82, who hit pedestrian in parking lot had suspended license
Robert Carson’s Toyota Highlander hit Mary Anthoine in the parking lot of Pratt Abbott dry cleaners on Forest Avenue.
Arundel man charged with attempting to strangle woman
Police say Thomas Kimball, 22, was taken into custody shortly after the alleged assault Wednesday night.
Cumberland police on lookout for man in stolen Jeep possibly casing homes
The vehicle with Colorado plates was seen in several West Cumberland driveways during the past 24 hours.
After a slippery morning, snow mixes with rain and sleet to slow Tuesday evening commute
Police reported some storm-related accidents Tuesday, and a cold front was expected to move through Maine overnight into Wednesday, making shoveling difficult.