Leslie Bridgers

Press Herald

Leslie Bridgers is the features editor for the Portland Press Herald, overseeing coverage of arts, entertainment and culture. She spent 10 years as a reporter, half of that time for the Portland Press Herald, covering the western suburbs of Portland, writing feature stories and working on special projects. Originally from Connecticut, Leslie came to Maine by way of Bowdoin College and never left.

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Published
August 2, 2020

If a Taylor Swift album drops in a pandemic, does it make a sound?

‘Folklore’ isn’t the predictable girl-and-guitar-quarantined-in-Nashville album that it could have been.
Published
August 2, 2020

This year’s Emmy nominations are a reminder to treasure great TV before we run out of it

The longer the industry is not able to shoot, the greater the likelihood that next year’s tally of contenders will begin to resemble an endangered species list.
Published
August 2, 2020

Emmy nominations 2020: How limited-series actress became TV’s fiercest category

Three of this year’s five nominees are Oscar winners.
Published
July 30, 2020

Tell us what you’re cooking

Have your favorite recipe published in the Food & Dining section of the Maine Sunday Telegram.
Published
July 28, 2020

Write a Maine-themed riddle!

We’ll share the best submissions with our readers.
Published
July 27, 2020

Indie Film: Maxed out alternative streaming services? Wait, there’s more

The lowdown on the other, other places to find movies online.
Published
July 27, 2020

Bar Guide: Get your buzz from these honey-forward cocktails

The hive mind has spoken: These drinks are sweet.
Published
July 26, 2020

This summer, do as the Sicilians do and make a tray of refreshing almond granita

You’ve heard about armchair traveling? We prefer kitchen traveling, especially when it involves dessert.
Published
July 26, 2020

Society Notebook: Freeport fundraiser finds space to distance in Desert of Maine

The money raised will benefit the town’s food pantry and lunch programs for students.
Published
July 26, 2020

Alex Trebek’s memoir, ‘The Answer Is …,’ is everything a ‘Jeopardy!’ fan could want

Here’s a clue, “Jeopardy!” fans: For decades, Alex Trebek resisted writing this type of book before finally delivering one on the eve of his 80th birthday. If you responded, “What is a memoir?” for around $30, you could spend your winnings on “The Answer Is . . .,” the long-awaited reflections from the beloved game […]

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