Joe Bonamassa thrills sold-out crowd at Springfield Symphony Hall
The two-hour show at the 2,600-seat hall went from an intimate encounter between Bonamassa and his guitar to a frenetic spectacle of lights and ear-splitting sound. Blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa...
View ArticleJustin Bieber won't face charge for May encounter with paparazzi
Bieber, 18, was leaving the theater in suburban Calabasas with girlfriend Selena Gomez on May 27 when he had the encounter in a parking lot. This June 11 file photo shows Justin Bieber before a news...
View ArticleMayim Bialik, 'Blossom' star, divorcing husband of 9 years
The Emmy-nominated star of CBS' "The Big Bang Theory" says "relationships are complicated no matter what style of parenting you choose." Mayim Bialik attends the world premiere of "The Twilight Saga:...
View ArticleWilliam Shatner, Morgan Freeman among celebrities offering custom voicemail...
The advocacy group Autism Speaks is offering custom-recorded messages. William Shatner, left, and Morgan Freeman AP photos Imagine having William Shatner supply your outgoing voicemail message. Or...
View ArticleChevy Chase is leaving NBC's 'Community'
The actor publicly expressed unhappiness at working on a sitcom and feuded last year with the show's creator. Chevy Chase of "Community." NBC The NBC series "Community" will finish the season without...
View ArticleRestaurant review: Yankee Pedlar in Holyoke
"The Pedlar," as it's affectionately known, resumed serving both dinner and lunch earlier this year, and, in our opinion, the place is better than ever. The Yankee Pedlar Inn in Holyoke The Republican...
View ArticleThursday`Entertainment Links: Miranda Kerr new face of Mango, 'Paranormal...
Daily roundup of entertainment and celebrity news. Miranda Kerr AP Miranda Kerr replaces Kate Moss as new face of Mango. (eonline.com) 'Dirty Jobs' canceled by Discovery. (ew.com) Paramount sets...
View ArticleVideo: 'Little Deuce Coupe' from Beach Boys reunion DVD
Rollign Stone provided a preview of "The Beach Boys: Live in COncert," 21 songs from their new DVD and Blu-ray chronicling their 50th anniversary tour. Rollign Stone provided a preview of "The Beach...
View ArticleOff the Menu: Restaurants ready for Christmas dining
The Christmas season is here once again. AP The turkey's in the oven and Black Friday is only hours away; the Christmas season is here once again. Though plenty will be vying for our attention in the...
View ArticleThanksgiving parade brings cheer to storm-hit New York City
The annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has kicked off in New York, putting a festive mood in the air in a city still coping with the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy. The Chloe balloon and Spider-Man...
View ArticleThings to do this weekend: Bright Nights, Parade of Big Balloons, Maxwell
What are you looking forward to this weekend? The Cat in the Hat balloon makes its way down Main Street during the 2011 Parade of Big Balloons in Springfield. Mark M. Murray/The Republican Selections...
View ArticleHoliday season full of special events
From the Parade of Big Balloons to First Night, there is no shortage of fun activities. First Night Northampton The Republican/ Michael Beswick With the exception of a hurricane, the weather here in...
View ArticleWestern Massachusetts feeds Thanksgiving Day meals to 1,000's while others...
Traditions were honored with turkey dinners, high school football and anticipating the Parade of BIg Balloons. SPRINGFIELD - Soup kitchens and volunteers in Western Massachusetts served thousands of...
View ArticleParade of Big Balloons ready to soar in downtown Springfield
The parade will step off Friday at 11 a.m. from the corner of Main and Lyman streets. 11/25/11 Springfield- Republican Photo by Mark M.Murray-Annual Parade- of Big Balloons -The Cat in the Hat balloon...
View ArticleWine on the cheap – real cheap - under $3 a bottle
Wal-Mart has an exclusive deal with a winery named Oak Leaf. And like Charles Shaw, these wines cost less than $3 a bottle. Wine weaves a strange web through America. For many people, there’s...
View ArticleFriday Entertainment Links: Bill Wyman, Mick Taylor to rejoin Rolling Stones...
Bill Wyman, Mick Taylor to rejoin Rolling Stones this weekend. (independent.ie) J.R.R. Tolkien estate suing Warner Bros. for 'Lord of the Rings' casino games,more. (ew.com0 Scripts revealed for...
View ArticleShriners to present 'Feztival' of Trees
The customized, festive trees will be on display at the center as of Nov. 23 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and from 4-8 p.m. on weekdays, Saturdays from 10 a.m. -8 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m.-5 p.m....
View ArticleHalle Berry's ex arrested after fight at her house
Berry and Aubry have been involved in a custody dispute involving their 4-year-old daughter, Nahla. In this Sept. 7, 2008 file photo, model Gabriel Aubry and actress Halle Berry attends the Calvin...
View ArticleVH1 to air highlights from Green Day documentary
¡Quatro! will air on November 28 on the cable TV channel. Green DayReprise Records Green Day announced they will premiere highlights from their documentary ¡Quatro! on November 28 on VH1. ¡Quatro!...
View ArticleBaskets make great gifts at holidays or any time of year
Gift baskets can be tailored to the interests of the recipient to move them from a popular gift to a perfect gift. 10-30-12 -Amherst- Republican staff photo by Don Treeger- Holiday gift baskets for...
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