H.B. Provisions failed to pay overtime rates to 69 employees, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
Gillian Graham
Staff Writer
Gillian Graham is a general assignment reporter for the Portland Press Herald. 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.
Young girl seriously injured when she’s bitten by dog in Topsham
The 5-year-old was taken to Maine Medical Center by LifeFlight helicopter after a German shepherd mix bit her face.
A small-town library in Maine displays gay-themed books, and a controversy erupts
Displays of banned books and of pride titles elicit challenges from leaders in Rumford. Library officials say they welcome both the dialogue and the upshot: ‘We don’t tolerate discrimination.’
Kennebunk voters give overwhelming approval to ban on balloon releases
The ordinance was championed by a local teenager who cites the impact balloons have on sea life when they end up in the ocean.
Maine canine a finalist in World’s Ugliest Dog Contest
Tostito, a rescue dog from Falmouth with bug eyes and no teeth, charms everyone with his big personality.
Coast Guard rescues boater in ‘dangerously cold’ water Down East
He called for assistance early Saturday when his 34-foot boat started to take on water near Crow Island, an official says.
Woman killed, 2 men seriously hurt in crash that ties up I-295 in Falmouth
The woman, 26, was a passenger in the vehicle driven by Brannon McRae of Augusta. State police say other motorists reported the driver was speeding and driving erratically before the crash.
Suspect pleads not guilty to murder charge in Old Orchard Beach slaying
Police say Dustan Bentley, 30, killed his roommate, William Popplewell, in March in the apartment they shared.
Maine rolls out new ‘hub’ for browntail moth information
Mainers can now call or text 211 to speak to a specialist about the invasive species that causes heath problems.
Jordan’s Furniture to take former Filene’s space at Maine Mall
This will be the Massachusetts’-based company’s seventh store in New England.