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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PublishedApril 25, 2015
Pot bills due for hearings before legislative panel
One would allow patients’ use of medical marijuana in hospitals; another sets up state inspections of growing sites.
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PublishedApril 10, 2015
Now-retired Maine officer faces claims of sex abuse
A Boston businessman’s allegation that a Biddeford policeman assaulted him for years when he was a child is referred to the Attorney General’s Office.
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PublishedApril 3, 2015
Joanne Twomey: ‘No apologies’ for confronting LePage at Saco forum
The former state representative and Biddeford mayor has a long history of passionate – and often boisterous – advocacy for the environment, children, seniors and the poor.
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PublishedMarch 31, 2015
Former police officer submits bill to legalize recreational pot
Rep. Mark Dion’s legislation calls for a 15 percent tax on marijuana and use by adults 21 and older.
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PublishedMarch 24, 2015
Maine.gov website down briefly Tuesday morning
A twitter user claims responsibility and says the website would be down for five hours.
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PublishedMarch 24, 2015
National group pitches plan to legalize pot in Maine
Having led the drive to legalize pot in Colorado, the Marijuana Policy Project is the second group to roll out a plan arguing legalization will be an economic benefit for Maine.
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PublishedMarch 16, 2015
Three Maine tribes weighing legalization of pot on their lands
The Maliseet, Passamaquoddy and Micmacs are considering the potential economic benefits, after a federal ruling clears the way for marijuana production on tribal lands.
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PublishedFebruary 26, 2015
Plan for Timber Point section of Rachel Carson refuge balances several interests
The federal agency that owns the peninsula and island chooses an option that will add a trail for the public, limit intrusion on wildlife and renovate historic buildings.
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2015
Prolific pets, population boom
A purchase of five guinea pigs explodes into 73 cute, furry creatures that wind up at a rescue center in Kennebunk.
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2015
Southern Maine wakes up to another half-foot of snow
After a lull during the day, the storm is likely to resume later today and last until early Friday.
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