The new bridge, which replaced the aging swing bridge, is part of an $11 million causeway restoration project, which includes a new seawalls and sidewalks.
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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Technology plays detective in jamming cases
The FCC, which has joined a Maine probe, has had past success pinpointing who is causing radio interference.
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Voters pass RSU 21’s $35.9 million budget
Kennebunk and Kennebunkport voters approved the $35.9 million budget, while Arundel residents voted it down.
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Probe narrows in on Maine public safety radio jammer
Interference with radio traffic during a mobile home fire Saturday led to confusion and delays in dispatch orders.
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For infant, a heart patch and a chance at long life
Genesis, from the Dominican Republic, is the first child to get medical care in Maine from the Gift of Life program.
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Dominican girl’s surgery at Maine Med a success
Five-month-old Genesis Lluberes, who had open-heart surgery this morning, is the first Gift of Life recipient to get medical care in Maine.
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Selectmen choose new Raymond Beach manager
Rhonda Keene proposes to sell hot dogs, sausages and her own specialties from a food cart at the beach on Route 302.
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Standish, district bridge differences – and water – to plan beach access
The plan would give residents access to Sandbar Beach, but there are a lot of details to work out.
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Standish rethinks ban on drive-throughs
Some say it’s an obstacle to attracting new business, but others say new zoning shouldn’t be changed.
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LePage urges help against violence
The governor tells football players and other students at Cheverus that abuse is about attitude and control.