Gillian Graham has been a staff writer for the Press Herald since 2012 and a journalist in Maine since 2005. She covers York County and takes a special interest in cannabis culture and the medical marijuana program. During her time with the Press Herald, Gillian has told the stories of everyday Mainers, tackled issues of poverty and hunger and covered the historic marijuana legalization campaign. She has won regional and national awards for her work, including the Joseph D. Ryle Award for Geriatrics from the National Press Club for her coverage of senior hunger issues in Maine. Gillian grew up in Ogunquit and graduated from the University of Southern Maine. When not on the lookout for great stories, she can be found trolling flea markets and yard sales for vintage Pyrex, cooking new recipes and spoiling her nieces and nephews. She lives in Bar Mills with her husband.
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PublishedJune 7, 2016
Two Democrats vying for Saco area Senate seat have much in common, one big difference
State Rep. Justin Chenette has been a vocal critic of Gov. Paul LePage, while Rep. Barry Hobbins says he gets along with the governor, but doesn’t ‘roll over’ for him.
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PublishedJune 7, 2016
Senate District 32 Democratic Primary: Biddeford politicians focus on economy, providing health care
Susan Deschambault won a special election in March; Joanne Twomey has served in myriad offices.
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PublishedJune 6, 2016
House District 15: Two political newcomers vie for chance to represent Saco
Kathie Purdy and Margaret ‘Maggie’ O’Neil are running for the seat being vacated by Rep. Justin Chenette.
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PublishedJune 4, 2016
Bonny Eagle school district to elect board members, vote on budget
The election draws few candidates despite recent criticism of the board for its oversight of the former superintendent.
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PublishedJune 3, 2016
Biddeford high school student charged with terrorizing
Police say the 15-year-old posted a threatening video online, resulting in classes being canceled.
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PublishedJune 3, 2016
Arundel residents to decide if town should withdraw from regional school unit
The June 14 vote will be the second on the issue since 2012.
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PublishedJune 3, 2016
Kennebunk voters will consider plastic bag ban and $43 million education budget
The town will join Freeport in considering a ban on plastic shopping bags.
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PublishedJune 3, 2016
Old Orchard Beach school budget calls for ‘significant’ staff cuts
If approved, the $13.4 million education budget will result in at least 12 layoffs.
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PublishedJune 3, 2016
Biddeford voters to consider $35.1 million school budget
The budget would allow the district to add teachers and programs without raising property taxes.
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PublishedJune 2, 2016
Plans to improve Wood Island Lighthouse move forward
The Biddeford Planning Board votes in favor of a contract zone that would allow a septic system to be installed at the keeper’s house.
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