Parts of the state with histories and economies tied to hosting out-of-state visitors are now fearing their arrival during the coronavirus outbreak.
Gillian Graham
Staff Writer
Gillian Graham reports on social services for the Portland Press Herald, covering topics including child welfare, homelessness, food insecurity, poverty and mental health. 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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Peaks Island’s only gas station and laundromat close after employee is infected
The businesses will close for two weeks ‘out of an abundance of caution,’ says Lionel Plante Associates.
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Cities and towns shift to virtual meetings to carry out public’s business
Videoconferencing has become the new normal as Maine municipalities adjust to doing necessary business in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Tools for remote work become social lifeline for isolated Mainers
Zoom happy hours and family reunions, and other video conferencing options, are keeping Mainers connected despite being isolated in their homes.
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Storm knocks out power to thousands in southern Maine
In Portland, more than 2,800 customers were without power Tuesday morning after heavy, wet snow fell overnight.
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York closes beaches after crowds fuel virus concerns in coastal towns
Municipal officials say having so many people on southern Maine’s beaches and trails defeats the purpose of social distancing and puts local residents at greater risk of contracting COVID-19.
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Child care centers in Maine struggle to operate amid virus fears
Many have closed, but the state is trying to help remaining child care centers stay open for families who need them.
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Wardens find body of missing Kennebunkport man
Howard Lamson, 71, was last seen Sunday as he walked toward Biddeford.
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Police and warden service search for missing Kennebunkport man
Howard Lamson, 71, was last seen walking toward Biddeford on Sunday.
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Mainer stuck in Italy says extreme lockdown offers lessons for U.S.
Jacqueline Curtis says the Italian restrictions on leaving home and gathering in markets now give her a sense of a calm, and she might even delay her trip back home because she feels safer staying put.