With physical locations closed, southern Maine libraries are offering a range of online services and activities, from books and movies to author talks, cooking demos and writing groups.
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Elba and wife, recovering from coronavirus, to help others
The British actor and his model wife, Sabrina Dhowre Elba, have begun a push with the United Nations to lessen the impact of COVID-19 on rural farmers and food producers.
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Books, dance lessons, ‘Sopranos’ – freebies abound online
It may not make the best financial decision, but marketing experts say it’s good public relations and a nice way to hook future customers.
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Broadway star Nick Cordero has leg amputation due to virus
The Tony-nominated actor has been receiving blood thinners to help with clotting, but the treatment was causing internal bleeding.
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Maine authors find an eager audience with virtual events
The success of online book launches and author talks could start a trend that outlasts the pandemic.
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Rolling Stones to join Lady Gaga for TV event battling COVID-19
Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel will host the all-star special Saturday night.
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‘Outlander’ star Sam Heughan speaks out against online abuse
Heughan spoke out on social media about what he calls “six years of constant bullying, harassment, stalking and false narratives.”
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Maine Arts Commission gets $426,800 in pandemic relief
Meanwhile, Opera Maine cancels its season, and the Bowdoin Museum postpones ‘First Light’ until 2021.
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Brian Dennehy, Tony-winning stage, screen actor, dies at 81
The burly actor was known for his broad frame, booming voice and ability to play good guys and bad guys with equal aplomb.
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Rachael Ray tapes show from home, makes $4 million virus donation
Her husband, John Cusimano, is now the cameraman, producer, cocktail maker and musical guest.