Promoters of a bill now before the Legislature say the state needs to offer more financial incentives aimed at attracting a steady stream of moderately priced movie and TV productions to compete with other states and create jobs.
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Sure, it’s Easter, but what about that other holiday?
International Carrot Day was established to celebrate the healthfulness of the root vegetable.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Food & Dining, Vegan Kitchen
A new dance collective in Maine promotes veganism through art
‘Art is a bridge. It can connect all different kinds of people,’ says Backyard Terrestrials co-founder Zara Boss.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation & World
Fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli released from prison
He and his wife, Lori Loughlin, pleaded guilty last year to paying half a million dollars to get their two daughters into USC.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Arthur Kopit, 3-time Tony-nominated playwright, dies at 83
He was also a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist.
Posted inNation & World, Religion and Values
Pope urges hope amid ‘darkness’ of pandemic in Easter vigil
Only about 200 masked people are allowed to attend the service.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Religion and Values
A year later, a sense of hope as Maine Christians celebrate Easter
‘We’ve been entombed … and we’re waiting to emerge,’ said the Rev. Alyssa Lodewick of Woodfords Congregational Church in Portland.
Posted inAnimals, Nation & World, News
Westminster dog show will return to New York City in 2022
Because of coronavirus precautions, this year’s competition will be held outdoors at a riverfront estate about 25 miles north of Manhattan in Tarrytown, N.Y., June 12-13.
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J.P. Devine Series Review: ‘Collateral’
Crime mystery provides multi-layered plot filled with Britain’s best film actors.
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With King Kong, a little swagger returns to the box office
‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ is poised this weekend to set a new high in ticket sales during the pandemic.