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Iconic Actor James Earl Jones Dies At 93 In New York Home Iconic Actor James Earl Jones Dies At 93 In New York Home
Iconic Actor James Earl Jones Dies At 93 In New York Home James Earl Jones, the beloved actor and voice behind one of cinema's most memorable villains, died Monday, Sept. 9, at his home in Dutchess County, Variety reported.  The "Field of Dreams" star was 93. No cause of death was given.  Jones, a Pawling resident, is considered one of the greatest actors of his generation. From the Broadway stage, the silver screen, and a galaxy far, far away, the Mississippi-born actor had a range that few others could replicate.  He was a large man but could play gentle and meek characters, and his baritone voice could be calm and reassuring like in "The Lion …

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by Josh Lanier
Politics
Shakespeare Theater Fire Called 'Devastating' By Stratford Mayor As State Joins Investigation Shakespeare Theater Fire Called 'Devastating' By Stratford Mayor As State Joins Investigation
Shakespeare Theater Fire Called 'Devastating' By Stratford Mayor As State Joins Investigation The loss of the iconic Shakespeare Theater in an overnight three-alarm fire described as "devastating" for the Stratford community by Mayor Laura Hoydick, who announced state officials have joined the investigation. Flames shooting up in the air could be seen for miles after the blaze engulfed the entire building around 1 a.m. Sunday at 320 Shore Road, east of I-95 and alongside the Housatonic River. No injuries were reported. The theater, which burned to the ground, had a proud history dating back to 1955. Though it closed in 1989, it remained a landmark in the area. Stars such as&n…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Massive Three-Alarm Fire Destroys Historic Shakespeare Theater In Stratford Massive Three-Alarm Fire Destroys Historic Shakespeare Theater In Stratford
Massive Three-Alarm Fire Destroys Historic Shakespeare Theater In Stratford Click here for an updated story: Shakespeare Theater Fire Called 'Devastating' By Stratford Mayor As State Joins Investigation  A quick-moving three-alarm overnight fire has destroyed the historic Shakespeare Theater In Stratford. Flames shooting up in the air could be seen for miles after the blaze broke out around 1 a.m. Sunday at 320 Shore Road, east of I-95 and alongside the Housatonic River. No injuries were reported. The theater, which burned to the ground, had a proud history dating back to 1955. Though it closed in 1989, it remained a landmark in the area. Stars such as…

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by Joe Lombardi