Imagine telling the people at the March on Washington that, in less than 50 years, a black president would be in office. “No one would have believed it,” said Harold Pachios of Cape Elizabeth. Pachios and others from Maine who attended the march, which was 50 years ago Wednesday, reflected last week on what their […]
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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Maine remembers March on Washington at 50
Four attendees recount why they went, the upbeat atmosphere and the Dr. King speech that changed history – and their lives.
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Scarborough moves ahead with leash law despite opposition
About two dozen people plead Wednesday for their dogs’ freedom on Scarborough beaches.
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Google names Scarborough an eCity
The town is the first Maine community recognized for its use of websites, blogs and social networks.
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Maine’s obesity rate levels off, but its rank worsens
Maine goes from 25th to 23rd most obese state, but the number of obese people barely rises.
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Health care center to expand in Gorham
Martin’s Point Health Care hopes to start construction on the $5 million project in November.
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Insurance help on way for Mainers
Eight offices will be set up around the state to assist with enrollment in a plan under the federal Affordable Care Act.
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Pedestrian struck by Jeep in South Portland
Speed or alcohol do not appear to be factors in the accident, which occurred shortly before 7 p.m.
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Beach to Beacon: Maine men
Riley Masters of Veazie is the first Mainer to finish in 30 minutes, 19 seconds.
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In Cape Elizabeth race, a Boston accent
Extra security is one impact of the Boston Marathon attacks on Beach to Beacon, but there will also be special touches to support the victims.