The fire started in a garage and spread to Beverly Webber’s apartment above, investigators say.
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.
The migrant worker: Eager to earn a steady seasonal income, then home to Jamaica
What is a migrant worker?About Jamaica TURNER — Steve Scott stands near the top of a ladder, his head as high as the apple tree he is quickly clearing of fruit. As he reaches to his left to palm two apples, he’s already looking to his right for the next one. He moves swiftly up […]
The student worker: Betul Gulec has twice used a program that fosters cultural exchange
“I was so surprised by every little thing,” said Betul Gulec of experiencing American culture.
Dogs, cats from hurricane-ravaged Virgin Islands need new homes in southern Maine
Seven dogs and 10 cats will be up for adoption at the Animal Refuge League starting Saturday morning, with more animals expected from Puerto Rico later.
Crews contain fire at Yarmouth redemption center
The fire was reported around 5 a.m. today.
Scarborough family escapes early morning house fire
Fire officials says a grandson helped his 90-year-old grandmother from the house.
Maine’s first Krispy Kreme opens, and it’s likely not the last
At 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, the line of waiting customers stretched down the side of the building on Main Street in Saco.
Krispy Kreme fans start circling a full day in advance of first Maine store’s opening
Krispy Kreme in Saco opens Tuesday, but the celebrating – and the customers – got an early start.
Fly-in on Old Orchard Beach delayed until Sunday
The event will commemorate the 90th anniversary of Charles Lindbergh’s unexpected landing on the beach.
Crash causes backups on I-295 in Portland area
The two-vehicle crash was reported near Exit 9 in Falmouth.