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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.
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Three Gorham residents charged with sex trafficking
Authorities say they arranged for a teenager to engage in sex acts for money in three counties.
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Ex-Maine State Police chief accused of child sex abuse
Others are stunned after the sheriff says Andrew E. Demers admitted he molested a young relative.
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Feature obituary: Tim Salce, 63, Broadway crooner, nurturing cook and father
When he wasn’t at work, he spent as much time as he could with his family.
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Scarborough opponents of slot machines hope third time’s no charm
The Senate is set to take up a bill – OK’d by the House – that would pave the way for another Scarborough racino vote.
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Town still divided as Maine racetrack seeks slots
As a related bill advances, Scarborough Downs hopes for local voters’ approval after two previous defeats.
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Budgets in Cape Elizabeth, Gorham lengthen kindergarten day
The change has strong support from parents in both districts, the only ones in Cumberland County with half-day classes.
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DA drops trespassing charge against Smiling Hill Farm owner
Warren Knight was arrested in September while trying to observe Pike Industries blasting rock near the farm.
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Westbrook man aims to undo zone change on land he once owned
The developer who proposed building a massive retail and recreational complex is still trying to realize his vision for the property.
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Citing 23 calls, one shooting, police want Portland bar shut down
Sangillo’s, a staple of the neighborhood just east of the Old Port, is known for its cheap prices, stiff drinks and jukebox.