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Some people hunt for deer and turkeys in the fall …
while others hunt for invasive plants.
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/11/07/some-people-hunt-for-deer-and-turkeys-in-the-fall/
New York Philharmonic fires 2 players after accusations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power
New York Magazine in April detailed allegations and Liang Wang and Matthew Muckey were placed on paid leave. They then sued the orchestra and the union.
Movie Review: ‘The Post’ highlights breathtaking moment in American political history
“The Post,” as real today as then, highlights another breathtaking moment in American political history as is happening this very moment.
On Music: Alisa Amador talks about bringing heart-felt songs to Portland
While looking for a column to begin the month of November, I was scrolling through the lineup of acts coming into one of my favorite listening rooms, One Longfellow Square, and stopped on one for...
Quincy Jones dies: American music titan worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra
He was one of the first Black executives to thrive in Hollywood, leaving behind a vast catalog that includes some of the richest moments of American song and rhythm.
UK prosecutors mulling whether to charge Russell Brand over sex assault allegations
In 2023, Channel 4 and the Sunday Times published claims by 4 women who said they were sexually assaulted or raped by Brand between 2006 and 2013.
Harris appears on ‘Saturday Night Live’ as mirror image of Maya Rudolph with election looming
She made the surprise trip to New York City just days before the election, briefly stepping away from the battleground states where she’s been furiously campaigning.
‘Lost on a Mountain in Maine’ inspired generations of Mainers. Now, its influence could spread nationwide.
The book based on the true story of 12-year-old Donn Fendler has been taught in Maine schools for decades. A movie version opened Thursday in theaters across the country.
My annual end-of-the-season garden report: In sum, contentment
It was a good year in the garden, especially for the flowers.
On Music: Comedian Brian Regan talks about Nov. 10 Gardiner debut
It’s been a while since I’ve interviewed a comedian so when I saw that new-to-me Brian Regan was coming to the Johnson Hall Opera House in Gardiner, it seemed like a good time to find out mor...
Teri Garr, offbeat comic actor of ‘Young Frankenstein’ and ‘Tootsie,’ dies at 79
After her breakthrough in 1974's 'The Conversation,' her big smile and off-center appeal helped land her roles in 'Mr. Mom,' 'Oh God!' and 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind.'
Movie Review: ‘The Family Man’ a magical re-Christmas
I know. It’s from 2000 and stars Nicholas Cage, but it’s not that Nick Cage from “The Rock,” “Con Air,” Face/Off” and “Bringing Out the Dead.” None of that hairy, noisy crap tha...
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/10/28/movie-review-the-family-man-a-magical-re-christmas/
Cutting edge: In the garden, edges cover a multitude of sins
There are many approaches to tidy garden edges. Whichever you chose, your garden will look better.
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/10/24/cutting-edge-in-the-garden-edges-cover-a-multitude-of-sins/
David Leigh finding that a successful opera career is no ‘impossible dream’
When Leigh sang 'The Impossible Dream' at his father’s funeral, the moment was both a testament to his past and a harbinger of his future.
Rapper A$AP Rocky to go to trial next year on charges he fired a gun at former friend
Terell Ephron, a former collaborator to the artist, testified that during the 2021 incident, his knuckles were grazed by bullets.
On Music: Illusionist Leon Etienne talks about performing all the big TV stuff
I don’t get to do many magic acts for these columns, although I did talk with Penn Jillette (of Penn & Teller fame) a number of years ago. Anyway, I recently got the opportunity to chat with il...
Initial report shows Liam Payne had cocaine in his system when he died, says Argentine official
Argentina's public prosecution is investigating the case – which is not uncommon when a death is sudden or unexpected.
Prefer your horror films with some company? Here are 8 scary movies playing on local screens
Halloween-themed screenings are happening at theaters around the state this week and next.
Twisted Pine plays at Oxbow, Radiohead Night comes to PHOM
Plus, Samuel James shares the stage at Space with Del Rey, one of his guitar heroes.
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/10/21/twisted-pine-plays-at-oxbow-radiohead-night-comes-to-phom-2/
Twisted Pine plays at Oxbow, Radiohead Night comes to PHOM
Plus, Samuel James shares stage at Space with Del Rey, one of his guitar heroes.
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/10/21/twisted-pine-plays-at-oxbow-radiohead-night-comes-to-phom/
Mitzi Gaynor, star of ‘South Pacific,’ dies at 93
The screen version of 'South Pacific' received three Academy Award nominations and won for best sound, while Gaynor was a best actress nominee for a Golden Globe.
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/10/17/mitzi-gaynor-star-of-south-pacific-dies-at-93/
Death of former One Direction member Liam Payne at 31 shocks fans around the world
Fans, music industry figures and fellow musicians paid tribute to Payne who died Wednesday after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires.
Liam Payne, former One Direction member, dies at 31
Former One Direction singer Liam Payne was found dead after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires on Wednesday, local officials told Argentine media.
Former Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Jake E. Lee shot multiple times in Las Vegas
The 67-year-old was walking his dog when the shooting happened.
Elton John turns the saga of televangelist Tammy Faye into song for Broadway
When Elton John was on tour in America during the 1970s, there was someone on TV who caught his eye.
Series Review: Everyone cute and cuddly in ‘Nobody Wants This’
I’m shocked, shocked mind you, to find that this rabbi looks and acts like, well, like Adam Brody, J.P. Devine writes.
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/10/15/series-review-everyone-cute-and-cuddly-in-nobody-wants-this/
Photos: Local vocalists, musicians bring opera to life in Waterville
Students and faculty members from Colby College were also part of the recent performance of "The Black Azaleas Song Cycle" from "Post Pardon: The Opera" at the Gordon Center for Creative and Perf...
Entertainment notables set to become basketball Hall of Famers as superfans
Jack Nicholson, Spike Lee and Billy Crystal are entertainment superstars.
On Music: ‘Let’s Sing Taylor’ singer says gig is most rewarding
The Waterville show will be the band’s first Maine performance.
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/10/12/on-music-lets-sing-taylor-singer-says-gig-is-most-rewarding/
Christopher Reeve’s kids wanted to be ‘honest, raw and vulnerable’ in new documentary
The film is being widely released Friday to coincide with the 20th anniversary of Reeve’s death this month.
A Cheverus grad wrote the script. Anna Kendrick made sure ‘Woman of the Hour’ got made.
The movie, written by Scarborough native Ian McDonald and coming out next week on Netflix, is based on the true story of serial killer Rodney Alcala and his appearance on a TV game show. Kendrick...
A Cheverus grad wrote the script. Anna Kendrick made sure ‘Woman of the Hour’ got made.
The movie, written by Scarborough native Ian McDonald and coming out next week on Netflix, is based on the true story of serial killer Rodney Alcala and his appearance on a TV game show. Kendrick...
Disney World and other Orlando parks to reopen Friday after Milton shutdown
Some Halloween special events won’t be offered and they won’t necessarily be fully functioning Friday, but the public is welcome back, the parks said in statements.
Washington state woman calls 911 after being hounded by up to 100 raccoons
She told deputies she started feeding a family of raccoons decades ago and it was fine until about six weeks earlier, when the number showing up went from a handful to around 100.
May trial date set for ‘Diddy’ to face sex trafficking charges
Sean Combs, 54, has pleaded not guilty to charges lodged against him last month.
Leaf peepers come for the dramatic tree colors on mountainsides
In your own garden, plenty of shrubs can provide their own fall show.
Alaska’s Fat Bear Contest winner finishes ahead of the bear that killed her cub
We have a winner in Alaska’s Fat Bear Contest.
Disney World and Universal closures halt Orlando tourism as Milton approaches
The closures tempered expectations for some tourists while the impending storm raised some anxiety in others.
Series Review: New ‘Matlock’ has nothing to do with the late Andy Griffith’s old ‘Matlock’
Well, there she is again — Kathy Bates. You remember Kathy? Of course you do. She made us hold our breath when she tied up the late James Caan and broke almost every bone in his body in “Mise...
On Music: Runnin’ Down A Dream — Tom Petty Tribute Band drummer talks about Madison concert
"Playing Somerset Abbey is one of the peaks of our entire year, it’s really the highlight of our live performances" Roger Howard said.
Cissy Houston, Grammy-winning gospel singer and Whitney Houston’s mother, dies at 91
She performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
‘Joker 2’ stumbles at box office amid poor reviews from audiences and critics
Just three weeks ago, tracking services pegged the movie for a $70 million debut, which would still have been down a fair amount from 'Joker’s' record-breaking $96.2 million launch in 2019.
Mormon church leaders encourage civility as Trump and Harris rally religious voters
Dallin H. Oaks, the top adviser and likely successor to 100-year-old church president, encouraged congregants at the faith's recent conference to steer clear of contention and be peacemakers in t...
Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit from hair-and-makeup artist
The country music icon has forcefully denied the allegations.
The Portland Symphony Orchestra is turning 100. It wanted Yo-Yo Ma.
The renowned cellist and cultural icon will perform at a concert Oct. 10 that drove up subscriptions and sold out immediately. The orchestra's leaders hope its impact is lasting.
Eminem is going to be a grandfather, he reveals in ‘Temporary’ music video
Rapper Eminem has announced his daughter Hailie Jade is pregnant through a touching music video that is a tribute to their relationship.
There’s a moose on the loose – in a New Hampshire swimming pool
Bedford Police Chief Daniel Douidi said no people or animals were harmed.
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/10/03/a-moose-was-rescued-from-a-swimming-pool-in-new-hampshire/
All summer-long, your house plants have enjoyed the open air
It's time to bring them back inside the house and give them a little TLC.
https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/10/03/all-summer-long-your-house-plants-have-enjoyed-the-open-air/
Frank Fritz of the reality TV Show ‘American Pickers’ dies at 60
Frank Fritz, part of a two-man team who drove around the U.S. looking for antiques and collectibles to buy and resell on the reality show “American Pickers,” has died. He died Monday night at...
Series Review: If you missed season 1 of ‘The Old Man,’ season two won’t make much sense
Season one is all there, and new season two episodes are up every Friday.