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Yvonne Jacquette, painter and long-time Maine summer resident, dies at 88

by Ray Routhier and Dennis Hoey May 4, 2023May 4, 2023

She had spent summers since the mid-60s at her home in Searsmont and was known nationally for her aerial views.

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Missy Elliott, Willie Nelson and George Michael among Rock Hall inductees

by MARK KENNEDY May 3, 2023May 3, 2023

Elliott will become the first female hip-hop artist in the rock hall.

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‘Some Like It Hot’ leads pack with 13 Tony nominations

by MARK KENNEDY May 2, 2023

NEW YORK — “Some Like It Hot,” a Broadway musical adaptation of the cross-dressing movie comedy that starred Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon, waltzed away Tuesday with a leading 13 Tony Award nominations, putting the spotlight on a show that is a sweet, full-hearted embrace of trans rights. With songs by Marc Shaiman and Scott […]

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Why Hollywood writers are on strike and what it means for your favorite shows

by ANDREW DALTON May 2, 2023May 2, 2023

Streaming and its ripple effects are at the center of the dispute.

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‘Some Like It Hot’ leads Tony Award nominations with 13 nods

by MARK KENNEDY May 2, 2023May 2, 2023

The message of self-acceptance and respect for all was echoed across Broadway, from a revival of ‘Parade’ to a Black actor-led ‘Death of a Salesman’ to the new play ‘Ain’t No Mo.’