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No more concerts, but Rock Row developers to open large outdoor art exhibition

by Bob Keyes September 10, 2021September 10, 2021

The display, opening this weekend, features grand-scale sculptures and murals on shipping containers by leading Maine artists.

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Michael Constantine of ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding’ dies at 94

by Tim Allen September 9, 2021September 10, 2021

The Emmy Award-winning character actor also made appearances in numerous TV series, including ‘Room 222.’

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Show must go on for Recycled Shakespeare Company after death of founder

by Kaitlyn Budion September 9, 2021September 9, 2021

Community theater group is scheduled to return this weekend with performances in Fairfield and Augusta following the death last year of its leader, Emily Fournier.

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Popular Rock Row concert venue in Westbrook done for 2021 season, at least

by Dennis Hoey September 8, 2021September 9, 2021

Developers of the Rock Row development notified residents this week that there will be no more shows this year at the Maine Savings Pavilion, and possibly beyond.

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Portland music venue Aura to require proof of vaccination

by Ray Routhier September 8, 2021September 8, 2021

The new policy begins Sept. 17 and requires patrons to be fully vaccinated or show a negative COVID test result.

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Rangeley teen’s intensely personal artwork brings her to art school and a Times Square billboard

by Donna M. Perry September 6, 2021September 7, 2021

Beginning with an art contest in her hometown, Sophie Chu-O’Neil has made her way to Maine College of Art and Design in Portland and into a summer internship in New York City.

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Actor Michael K. Williams, Omar on ‘The Wire,’ found dead at 54

by MICHAEL R. SISAK and ANDREW DALTON September 6, 2021September 7, 2021

Williams was found dead Monday afternoon in his Brooklyn penthouse apartment, and police say his death is being investigated as a possible drug overdose.

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‘Harry & Meghan: Escaping the Palace’ doesn’t hold back on incidents from real life

by Allison Busemeyer September 6, 2021September 6, 2021

This third movie chronicles the lead-up to their decision to ‘step back’ as senior royals in January 2020 and move to North America – as well as the rocky aftermath.