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
April 11, 2016

Cause of Maine woman’s death in Florida still unknown

A medical examiner is trying to determine the cause of death for Judith Therianos, 52, of Alfred.
Published
April 8, 2016

In Scarborough, rare lottery for clam diggers could mean income for a lifetime

Thirteen Scarborough residents put their names in after the holder of one of the town’s 30 commercial shellfish licenses lets it lapse. And the winner may not use the license.
Published
April 7, 2016

Wal-Mart to anchor new Westbrook retail plaza to open in fall of 2017

Developer Jeffrey Gove said other stores, a lake and walking trails are planned for the center across Main Street from Kohl’s.
Published
April 6, 2016

Rise of Portland rents may be slowing, but panel warns of continued housing shortage

The Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce hosts a discussion of the housing market, and it draws more than 400 people.
Published
April 4, 2016

Gorham project links two hot trends – bowling alley, rental housing

Some residents would welcome but others may object to the five-story building, which would be large for the town center.
Published
April 3, 2016

Mild temperatures put Maine’s wild things ahead of schedule

Here’s the good (early lobster season), the bad (more ticks), and the ugly (sudden, fatal cold snaps).
Published
March 31, 2016

Two men charged with selling heroin in Brewer

Police said a New York man was using a Brewer home to sell drugs.
Published
March 31, 2016

Pair charged with making meth in Northport apartment

The man and woman were on probation for previous meth charges.
Published
March 31, 2016

Entangled harbor seal rescued in Southport, recovering in Connecticut

The young seal had an infected wound stemming from fishing line entangled around its neck, and a respiratory infection.
Published
March 31, 2016

Crash closes Route 4 in Sanford

The road has since reopened after a motor vehicle accident.

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