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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PublishedSeptember 9, 2015
In Windham, mother of autistic teenager finds a market for salsa they make together
With the support of her nonprofit foundation, she hopes to hire others with autism to make the spicy product.
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PublishedSeptember 8, 2015
Biddeford mayor vows to stop disruptions of council meetings
In an open letter to residents, Mayor Alan Casavant fires back at critics of the city’s response to sexual abuse allegations.
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PublishedSeptember 7, 2015
Portland hotel parking attendant robbed, threatened with Taser
Police say two suspects demanded money from an employee of The Press Hotel early Monday, but the attendant later refused to give a statement to police.
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PublishedSeptember 7, 2015
Beverly Daggett, first female president of Maine Senate, dies at 69
Daggett, who lived in Augusta, is remembered as a strong bipartisan leader.
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PublishedSeptember 7, 2015
Labor Day message in Portland: Unions push for living wage
Maine leaders also celebrate FairPoint workers who went on strike to fight contract changes.
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PublishedSeptember 5, 2015
Seaweed a growing problem on Maine beaches
While nature is responsible, unhappy tourists keep coastal communities on their toes.
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PublishedSeptember 3, 2015
Competitive races take shape for mayor, City Council seats in Biddeford
Business consultant Daniel Parenteau is challenging Mayor Alan Casavant.
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PublishedSeptember 2, 2015
Man charged with spray-painting sasquatch graffiti in Kennebunk
Police say Freeman S. Hatch painted the unusual tag throughout town in recent weeks.
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PublishedSeptember 2, 2015
Students in southern Maine head back to school
A new school year kicked off today for many schools in Cumberland and York counties.
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PublishedSeptember 1, 2015
Biddeford council says it won’t suspend police chief or investigate department
The resolution comes after about 50 protesters picket outside Biddeford High School to demand action in response to allegations of sexual abuse by a former officer.
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