Actor Paul Sorvino dies at age 83

Actor Paul Sorvino died Monday at age 83. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed the news with Sorvino’s publicist, Roger Neal, who said Sorvino died of natural causes.  Sorvino’s wife, DeeDee, announced the actor’s death on Instagram: “I am completely devastated. The love of my life & the most wonderful man who has ever lived is gone …

Adele announces rescheduled ‘Weekends With Adele’ Las Vegas residency dates

Adele announced rescheduled dates for her Weekends with Adele show at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace after postponing due to COVID-19.  In addition to the 24 rescheduled shows, eight new shows have also been announced. The residency will now run from November 18, 2022 through March 25, 2023 with a show also on Christmas Eve. The 34-year-old singer said …

Pay it Forward Monday: Winthrop Town Office

Winthrop Town Office Let us start your work week off right, with a few smiles and some treats, all thanks to Gardiner Federal Credit Union. Nominate an office or business and we just may see you for the next PAY IT FORWARD MONDAY! Where Should We Go for Pay it Forward Monday? * Business Address …

California Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency as Oak Fire wildfire grows near Yosemite National Park, forcing evacuations

Thousands were forced to evacuate in remote mountain communities near Yosemite National Park, as one of California’s biggest wildfires this year expanded to over 14,000 acres on Sunday amid sweltering temperatures and low humidity. The Oak Fire began Friday in Mariposa County, near the small town of Midpines. California Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state …

At least seven people are injured after shooting at Los Angeles park

The Los Angeles Fire Department said that at least seven people were injured following gunfire at a Los Angeles park on Sunday.  The fire department said in a statement that paramedics took four men and three women to area hospitals after the shooting at or near a car show at Peck Park in the San …

Take a look at the new trailer for ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ starring Florence Pugh and Harry Styles

Harry Styles and Florence Pugh star in the second trailer for the Olivia Wilde-directed film, ‘Don’t Worry Darling.’ The two-and-a-half-minute trailer opens with the main characters Alice (Pugh) and Jack (Styles), living a new, picture-perfect life provided by Jack’s experimental company town housing, Victory Project — run by CEO Frank (Chris Pine). A creepy voice …

George Clooney, Gladys Knight and U2 among the 2022 Kennedy Center Honorees

The recipients of the 45th Kennedy Center Honors have been announced, with performing artists recognized for their lifetime contributions to American culture. The list of honorees include actor and filmmaker George Clooney; contemporary Christian and pop singer Amy Grant; venerable gospel, soul and R&B star Gladys Knight; Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, conductor and educator Tania León; …

South Gardiner Manhole Work Next Week

Traffic will be limited at the beginning of the week because of road work near the South Gardiner Post Office. Work will begin Tuesday, July 26, 2022 to replace the sewer manhole basin in from of the South Gardiner Post Office. Traffic will be limited to one lane in front of the building and parking …

How to ‘Beat the Heat’

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention has helpful hints on how to cool down during our current ‘heat wave.’ Heading to the water to #BeatTheHeat? Please remember #heatsafety advice:– drink plenty of water– take breaks in the shade– wear light colored clothing to protect against the sunLearn the signs and symptoms of heat-related …