His name was synonymous with New York tabloid sensationalism, and journalists admired his drive if not his ethics. He once paid $125,000 for an exclusive interview with Elvis’ bodyguards.
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Bob Dorian, actor and magician who introduced classic films on AMC, dies at 85
Dorian was ‘the heart and soul of AMC,’ Los Angeles Times journalist Susan King said, gaining fame as the principal host of American Movie Classics.
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Molly O’Neill, prizewinning food writer, dies at 66
The Columbus, Ohio, native earned three James Beard Awards, including one for her work hosting the PBS series ‘Great Food.’
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Mark Perry, ‘a natural’ for helping homeless and people in recovery, dies at 48
Perry, who died of cancer, made rounds through downtown Portland every day, providing outreach, support and counseling to people in recovery from alcoholism or substance use disorder.
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Rock Green, Maine Running Hall of Fame member, dies at 65
He completed more than 40 marathons and ultra-marathons, including 50- and 100-milers and 12- and 24-hour runs.
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Carol Creaser, 70, van driver for the REAL School who made an impact in students’ lives
From slowing down to point out flowers to buying ice cream, the Casco resident was known for making the extra effort to connect with students.
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Cynthia Thomas, State Department widow who won presidential apology, dies at 82
Her husband, Charles, a respected career diplomat who was abruptly fired in 1969, had pressed for a new investigation into the JFK assassination.
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Hal Blaine, celebrated as ‘the most recorded drummer,’ dies at 90
While few listeners knew his name, he played on some 35,000 recorded tracks, including 40 No. 1 singles and 150 top-10 hits.
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Scientist who popularized term ‘global warming’ dies at 87
Some in the field refer to Wallace Broecker as the ‘grandfather of climate science.’
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Featured obituary: Daniel J. Desmond, 73, prominent Westbrook attorney
He served on hospital and legal boards and was the ‘best father,’ his family says.