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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, Review
Art review: Visually satisfying ‘Darkness and the Light’ is open to interpretation
The show is now on view at Maine College of Art’s Institute of Contemporary Art.
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Get Wet: Catch Ogunquit’s Main Beach on the river side
Fun, games and floaties abound near this unique feature.
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Culture Club: Performances are just part of neighborhood arts center’s mission
St. Lawrence Arts is housed in a historic church on Portland’s Munjoy Hill.
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Get Wet: Duck into Kettle Cove for an end-of-summer dip
Crescent Beach’s little sister has a sandy inlet, picnic spot and walking trails.
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View Finder: Join the crowd at Nubble Light
The York lighthouse draws everyone from painters to nature enthusiasts.
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A guide to your first Maine fair
Maine’s fair schedule is packed. Here’s what you need to know before you go.
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History Buff: Follow Freeport’s history on Heritage Trail
Or visit the Historical Society’s downtown headquarters.
Posted inDo This, Food, Out & About
Maine’s required eating list
Roll over lobster, these are the culinary classics that real Mainers love (or love to hate).
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View Finder: Take a hike, gawk at hawks or go glamping at Bradbury Mountain
The Pownal state park was one of the first five in Maine.