New on the shelf: ‘Bernie’ / ‘The Dictator’ / ‘Disneynature: Chimpanzee’
2012
Crafty meets cool at indie fair
Hip original stitchery, jewelry, accessories, art and food purveyed by hip original vendors, with a soundtrack by local bands: That’s Picnic Music + Arts Festival
Off Beat: Car Wars turns racing into a contact sport
As many as 3,000 people turn out at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway to watch races where bumping and crashing are encouraged.
CD Review: Augustine’s new EP captures and holds
‘Bikini Island’ stays with you long after the last note has faded away.
Bull Moose Top 10
Top 10 for Portland store Aug. 13-19: 1. “The Hunger Games” (DVD) 2. Ben Taylor, “Listening” 3. “Dexter: Season 6” (DVD) 4. Insane Clown Posse, “Mighty Death Pop” 5. “Jaws” (DVD) 6. The Lumineers, “The Lumineers” 7. “Community: Season 3” (DVD) 8. Mumford and Sons, “Sigh No More” 9. “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax” (DVD) 10. […]
Bar Guide: Amid Exchange Street bustle, Thirsty Pig quenches
The small bar is tucked amid shops in Portland’s Old Port and has a spacious porch overlooking the street and the Regency Hotel.
Making Noise: Alexander’s playing with a full band, even when he’s solo
Peter Alexander talks about his new CD, ‘Promised Land,’ and what makes him tick as an artist.
Tour brings all-‘American’ boy to Portland
‘Idol’ winner Phillip Phillips (who welcomes comparisons to a certain Dave) plays the Cumberland County Civic Center with his fellow finalists.
R.I. governor’s son fined for minors drinking
Gov. Lincoln Chafee’s 18-year-old son pleaded no contest Wednesday to hosting an underage drinking party on family property.
Maine candidates stand firm on abortion beliefs
As a debate swirls around the nation, five of Maine’s seven major congressional candidates — including two Republicans — say they are pro-choice.