The film about outsider artist Maury Ornest, who died in 2018, paints a portrait of ‘the ultimate insider’ whose career-ending injury changed his life.
Life & Culture
Stories about life, culture, entertainment and arts from the Portland Press Herald.
Posted inAnimals, Business, Life & Culture, Maine
New ‘human-friendly’ dog park, bar and restaurant coming to South Portland
The Barkery Dog Bar, tentatively slated to open this year, will feature a full-service bar and fast-casual dining in addition to its main attraction, an indoor dog park.
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Posted inNation & World, Religion and Values
Mighty and meek say farewell to Pope Francis during Vatican funeral, last popemobile ride
According to Vatican estimates, some 250,000 people flocked to the funeral Mass, while 150,000 more lined the motorcade route through downtown Rome to witness the first funeral procession for a pope in a century.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, Nation & World, News, Religion and Values
For many Mainers, Pope Francis’ impact and legacy are personal
The pontiff spent his 12-year tenure preaching what he called the joy of the gospel and emphasizing compassion. That message resonated among myriad Catholics and non-Catholics alike.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Brewer doctor could face suspension after mom says he ignored shaken baby concerns
Dr. Albert Adams has denied the mother’s claims and the state medical board has agreed to delay his suspension pending further review.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture
Bestsellers: ‘Sunrise on the Reaping,’ ‘Abundance’
The week’s top-selling fiction and nonfiction books at Longfellow Books in Portland.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, Religion and Values
Donald Trump, Susan Collins among dignitaries in attendance at Pope Francis’ funeral
Maine’s senior senator led a small Senate delegation to Rome for the funeral Saturday.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture
Slavery broke apart families. After Emancipation, how did they reunite?
In ‘Last Seen,’ historian Judith Giesberg explores how formerly enslaved people tried to reunite with their lost loved ones through advertisements.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, Sports
Alzheimer’s advocate, 74, riding high after running Boston Marathon
Ralph Carmona, of Portland, who ran to raise awareness of the disease and the importance of federal research funds, finished in 4 hours, 14 minutes, 42 seconds and already is looking forward to running again next year.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Times Record
Bath-based band releases new album
Musician Chris Muccino tells the story of how his latest album, “Enigma,” came to fruition.