Ken Eisen helped create the long-beloved Railroad Square Cinema, Maine International Film Festival and Waterville’s Shadow Distribution, turning the city into the film and media hub it is today.
Life & Culture
Stories about life, culture, entertainment and arts from the Portland Press Herald.
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Was your info taken in the Lewiston hospital breach? Here’s what to know
The data breach stems from an incident in late May prompting St. Mary’s Health System to take its computer data system offline.
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Maine scientists researching whether eye test could lead to early detection of Alzheimer’s
The Jackson Laboratory, Northern Light Health and University of Maine are collaborating on the research.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Review
‘Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore’ is a stirring profile of a groundbreaking actress
The film testifies to the honor and difficulty of being first.
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On ‘Swag,’ Justin Bieber leans into the skid
On his surprise release, pop superstar Justin Bieber obscures a solid Ra&B album by getting distracted by the trappings of fame.
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Enjoy nature in nature with the can’t-miss movies at Maine Outdoor Film Festival
The film festival leans into Mainers’ love of the outdoors with a 5-day movie lineup of documentaries, shorts, Maine-made movies, and other cinematic explorations of the world around us.
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Relive the ’80s and ’90s with concert photos from The Ballpark at Old Orchard Beach
Huge acts played at the outdoor venue for more than a decade.
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Portland friends spread cold water joy as Two Maine Mermaids
Kelsy Hartley and Caitlin Hopkins lead an annual International Women’s Day dip at Willard Beach.
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11 things you need to do at the Yarmouth Clam Festival
To get the most out of southern Maine’s biggest summer party, you should eat clams, see the shucking contest and get a photo with Steamer, among other things.
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Documentary on former Sen. George Mitchell featured at Maine film festival
‘The Negotiator’ follows Mitchell’s career in Congress and his work on the Good Friday Agreement that ended decades of conflict in Northern Ireland.