Even the industries that have seen increased demand since the pandemic have faced their own sets of challenges.
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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Brian Boru stands as a reminder of Portland’s past. Is it time to move on?
The future of the distinctive red building on Center Street is uncertain, but if it does come down, we’re sure to hear about it.
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A look at Portland restaurants that opened and closed post-COVID
Five trends and takeaways from data on the city’s restaurant turnover.
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As Stowe house reopens, there’s more to learn about ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’
The novel isn’t taught as much in schools, but you again can visit the Brunswick house where Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote it.
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Portland is restaurant-obsessed. And should be.
Talking about where we’ve eaten lately and what places we want to try has become our collective pastime.
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In northern Maine, memory of Mardi Gras traditions is fading
It wasn’t exactly New Orleans, but Catholics in the St. John Valley liked to stir up mischief before the start of Lent.
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Why ‘The Wyeth’? How a Falmouth condo building got its name
What the Maine-affiliated family of famous artists conveys as a brand.
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Why Mainers are still eating outside in winter
The staying power of winter outdoor dining setups at some restaurants might be more about Instagram than illness.
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Where Mainers go to escape winter
Several Florida airports are among the top final destinations for people flying out of the Portland International Jetport in winter, with Orlando leading the way.
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Gen Z Mainers embrace Valentine’s Day — in their own way
The younger generation is carrying on traditions, like giving cards and candy, but also making a concerted effort to spend time with friends and family.