Gillian Graham

Press Herald

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.

Latest

Published
June 20, 2013

Old Orchard recount upholds removal of councilor

Michael Coleman was among the six town councilors removed from office after months of political tension and bickering stemming from the firing of the town manager.
Published
June 18, 2013

Town government makes a fresh start in Old Orchard Beach

Months of tension dissipate as six recalled councilors leave office and their replacements are sworn in.
Published
June 16, 2013

Saco mayor: Historic bridge must be restored

Disappointed in the bond rejection, Mark Johnston seeks to reconvene the Stackpole committee.
Published
June 13, 2013

Old Orchard delays new councilors’ swearing-in

The town is waiting an extra week in case one of the six members recalled by voters asks for a recount.
Published
June 13, 2013

Schools lack certainty ahead of budget votes

With state funding still up in the air, residents will be voting on schools’ best guesses at the polls.
Published
June 13, 2013

Lone Old Orchard recall survivor took high road

Bob Quinn, respected for his professional manner, stayed out of the town council’s clashes and was the only one to keep his seat.
Published
May 28, 2013

Lighting up the night in Old Orchard Beach

Monday’s lllumination Night marks the start of summer flag ceremonies to honor veterans.
Published
May 26, 2013

Feature Obituary: Former Sanford teacher Richard Boisvert, 69, dies

SANFORD – During his decades as a teacher, Richard Boisvert was known for his sense of humor and inspiring students by showing them that reading is fun. Later, he became famous among family and friends for his signature blueberry muffins. Mr. Boisvert, a lifelong Sanford resident and Vietnam War veteran, died May 24 surrounded by […]
Published
May 26, 2013

Missing Topsham teen found unharmed

The girl, who has the mental capacity of an 8-year-old, was looking for frogs in her backyard when she disappeared, police say.
Published
May 26, 2013

Ending the silence about suicide

A 16-year-old’s death last month — in a state where the threat to young people is especially alarming — has loved ones and other Mainers calling for a greater willingness to talk about mental illness, depression and pain.

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