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
June 30, 2019

Price Points: Have hamburger at all costs in southern Maine

There’s something worth savoring for every price range.
Published
June 30, 2019

10 steps to a backyard lobster bake

You don’t need access to the beach to create this quintessential Maine summer meal.
Published
June 30, 2019

Hit the beach in southern Maine

From tucked-away swimming spots to state parks, there’s something for everyone.
Published
June 30, 2019

Out Late: There’s a lot to take in at Bubba’s Sulky Lounge

Dance the night away to nostalgic music – and dress the part, or pay.
Published
June 30, 2019

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

Candlepin is a New England tradition worth experiencing, but a resurgence in 10-pin bowling means more modern facilities and food.
Published
June 30, 2019

Tour the breweries of Greater Portland

Get in on the craft-beer craze.
Published
June 30, 2019

Pick of the week: July and August events in Greater Portland and the Lakes Region

3-6 p.m. July 6, Beers in the Barn Festival, Wolfe’s Neck Center, 184 Burnett Road, Freeport, $30-$60, 21-plus. wolfesneck.org. Sample beers (and kombucha and cider) from two dozen breweries featuring ingredients that have been grown, foraged or harvested from the forest, fields and waterways of Maine. Lift your tasting glass at historic Mallett Barn to support […]
Published
June 30, 2019

Summer School: Escape to another era on a streetcar in Kennebunkport

The Seashore Trolley Museum tells the history of public transportation and gives rides on its antique vehicles.
Published
June 28, 2019

Price Points: Have a hamburger at all costs in Greater Portland

Here’s a cheap, moderate and expensive option for the summer classic.
Published
June 28, 2019

Tour the breweries of southern Maine

Get in on the craft-brew craze.

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