TORONTO A movie has a way of sitting up straight whenever Sigourney Weaver is in it. Whether the part is small or large, she reliably jolts any film alive with her intelligence and commanding presence. She usually means business. That, of course, has been apparent since her breakthrough role as Ellen Ripley in “Alien.” But […]

ARIES Mar. 21 – Apr. 20 Aries, someone is interested in what you have to say, especially with regard to a personal issue. You’re not quite sure if you’re ready to reveal all that much to others. TAURUS Apr. 21 – May 21 Taurus, plans go well for you this week and you will follow […]

PORTLAND National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $30 million in grants as part of the NEA’s first major funding announcement for fiscal year 2017. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $10,000 to Portland Stage for their world premiere Mainstage production of “ String Around My […]

BATH The public is invited to an Open House celebration and fundraiser to commemorate Patten Free Library’s 125 years of service to the community. On Dec. 30, the Library will close at 1 p.m. and will re-open its doors from 5-8 p.m. for this special occasion. The evening will include music by Jud Caswell, a […]