THEATER “Shear Madness” by Paul Portner will run through March 20 at the St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress St., Portland. Good Theater presents the Maine premiere of the production directed by Brian P. Allen and starring Paul Drinan, Timothy C. Goodwin, Laura Houck, Kathleen Kimball, Conor Riordan Martin and Michael Wood. “Shear Madness” is […]
2016
Reader feels bad denying friend’s burial request
DEAR HARRIETTE: My home is on Long Island, and I have a small beach as part of my backyard. The sand is my property, and I enjoy spending time on the beach. I also invite my children and grandchildren to come together and play on the beach. My friend’s sister recently passed away and was […]
When in a grand, count winners
During a secret session of the House of Commons on June 25, 1941, Winston Churchill said, “If we win, nobody will care. If we lose, there will be nobody to care.” I think everyone except the British electorate cared. They voted Churchill out of the Prime Minister’s office on July 26, 1945. At the bridge […]
Madonna makes visits to Manila children’s shelters
MANILA, Philippines — Pop star Madonna made surprise visits to two Manila shelters for orphans and street children, taking selfies with kids a day before the start of her two-night concert stint in the Philippine capital. Pictures on her Instagram account showed her carrying a baby in one arm while holding hands with a girl […]
Horoscope
Interact with people who have something to offer. Take part in an activity that will improve your community or benefit a cause you care about. This is a year of exchange and teamwork. Take whatever position you are in seriously and do your best to make a difference. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) – Look for […]