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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June 30, 2019

Made in Maine: Pepperell Mill Campus is home to all that’s handmade

The former industrial site in Biddeford now houses all sorts of makers selling everything from glassware to dog treats.
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June 30, 2019

History Buff: Fort McClary’s story spans several wars

The Kittery Point landmark is now the site of re-enactments.
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June 30, 2019

History Buff: Wadsworth-Longfellow House gives insight into a poet’s inspiration

He used the home as a base while traveling in Europe and teaching at his alma mater, Bowdoin College.
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June 30, 2019

‘Hamilton’ leading box-office surge on the road

The 2018-19 touring season sets records in dollars ($1.6 billion) and attendance (18.5 million).
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June 30, 2019

Deep Water: ‘Picnic Area, Side of the Road,’ by Jay Franzel

Maine poems edited and introduced by Gibson Fay-LeBlanc.
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June 30, 2019

Get Wet: There are all sorts of ways to get on the water by the Naples Causeway

The attraction on Long Lake is a hub of water-sports rental equipment, food and entertainment.
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June 30, 2019

Rainy Day: With two kinds of bowling, you can decide how you roll

Candlepin is a New England tradition, but new 10-pin lanes have modern amenities.
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June 30, 2019

Take a Hike: Islands in Casco Bay make for a convenient getaway

Make an hour or a day of it, exploring trails on Mackworth, Peaks and Long islands.
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June 30, 2019

Art review: Fort Gorges from all angles at Arta

The Falmouth gallery’s benefit show features 35 works by 18 local artists.
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June 30, 2019

Society Notebook: The Family Restored paves the road to recovery

The nonprofit raises $60,000 for addiction treatment.

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