Maine poems edited and introduced by Megan Grumbling.
Leslie Bridgers
Columnist
Leslie Bridgers is a columnist for the Portland Press Herald, writing about Maine culture, customs and the things we notice and wonder about in our everyday lives. Originally from Connecticut, Leslie came to Maine by way of Bowdoin College and never left. She joined the Portland Press Herald in 2011 as a reporter and spent seven years as the paper’s features editor, overseeing coverage of arts, entertainment and food.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Think Taylor Swift’s new album sounds, well, dull?
Her recent music is studded with literally audible choices that make her songs more subdued than much of her earlier work.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Review
George Clooney dazzles in front of and behind the camera in ‘The Midnight Sky’
An adaptation of a 2016 book, the movie masquerades as a disaster film until the end, when a much deeper meaning is revealed.
Posted inBusiness, Food
The Wrap: Openings, closings, and a plea for help
More & Co. and Ernie’s Pool & Darts close for good. Blackstones bar launches GoFundMe campaign.
Posted inDo This, Food
Run & Eat: Belfast hot dog cart cuts the mustard
The Moody Dog is serving out of a production kitchen on weekdays and in front of Marshall Wharf Brewing on weekends.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This
Maine plays a role in these holiday movies
Looking for a festive film? Choose one that stars a Mainer, is set in Maine or was filmed in the state.
Posted inDo This, Food
Bar Guide: Get into the holiday spirits, out or at home
Order these festive concoctions off local menus or recreate them yourself.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Dinner is fast and flavorful with these 30-minute gingery, garlicky chicken thighs
Serve them with some rice or over greens.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Deep Water: ‘Cold Harvest,’ by Jenny Doughty
Maine poems edited and introduced by Megan Grumbling.
Posted inFood, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: Keep up your fresh food supply by growing it inside
Sprouts, mushrooms and herbs are among the foods you can grow indoors.