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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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Saco council considers banning plastic shopping bags
The proposed ordinance would also require grocery stores such as Shaw’s and Hannaford to charge 5 cents for paper bags.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Windham woman who lived alone killed by fire in her home
The state Fire Marshal’s Office is working to determine the cause of the fire on Pettingill Road that took the life of Marie McAllister.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Maine police seek tips in death of dog found 30 miles from home
Uhdelle, a German shepherd, disappeared during a walk in Saco and was killed by a car in Gray.
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Fatal Windham hit-and-run remains under investigation
Police have not said whether the fatal crash is connected to a second crash nearby.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Recounts requested for legalized marijuana, school surcharge votes
Petitioners say the results were close and could be reversed, but others say nothing will change and state funds will be wasted.
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Maine group honors 15 projects for restorations, preservation
Sites where historic significance was protected include St. Andre’s Convent in Biddeford, a Harpswell lighthouse and Thompson’s Point.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Marijuana may not become legal in Maine until January
If the Secretary of State’s Office and the governor take the maximum time allowed, the effective date could be Jan. 7.
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Opponents of legalized marijuana set to request recount, at cost of $500,000
The group intends to submit petitions by Wednesday, hoping the month-long recount will erase Question 1’s unofficial winning margin of 4,402 votes.