Both candidates for the seat now held by Ann Peoples say education is the top priority.
Leslie Bridgers
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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.
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Westbrook police seek woman who stole donation jar
They release photos of the woman taking the jar from Dunkin’ Donuts, hoping the public can help identify her.
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Gorham councilor pleads not guilty to drunken driving
As Benjamin Hartwell’s court case proceeds, the council continues a discussion about crimes that should require members to resign.
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Windham police break up after-prom party
Police say there was underage drinking and issue eight summonses, including to the owner of the property.
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More U.S. women waiting to have children
A national trend that’s especially evident in Maine promises to make an impact on the state’s demographics.
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South Windham’s Keddy Mill added to list of Superfund sites
Federal regulators will now launch an environmental review to identify the responsible parties and get them to pay for the cleanup.
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Gorham council tables new rules for wayward members
After drunken-driving arrests of two councilors in two years, the council considers rules that could force members out but makes no decision.
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Westbrook athletic director steps down earlier than planned
Marc Sawyer had said he would finish out the school year, but decided not to return after going on leave last week.
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South Portland endorses residency restrictions on sex offenders
In a preliminary vote, city councilors unanimously favor barring the offenders from living within 750 feet of 28 schools and parks.
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Westbrook police, Skybox Bar owners will keep tabs on noise
The City Council, which voted to renew the bar’s licenses, asks for a report in 60 days.