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'Fifty Shades of Grey' dominated book publishing in 2012
The story of 2012 in publishing was the story of “Fifty Shades of Grey,” in more ways than one. Author E L James holds a copy of her new erotic fiction book "Fifty Shades of Grey." AP photo The...
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Ryan Seacrest: 'Rockin' in another year on ABC
This will be his eighth New Year's Eve turn for ABC. But it's his first since Dick Clark's death last April at age 82. Ryan Seacrest, producer and host of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve on ABC,...
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Concert Review: Coldplay at Mohegan Sun Arena
Coldplay sold out the Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday night Chris Martin of Coldplay AP UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Chris Martin wanted to make Dec. 29 a date to remember. The lead singer of Coldplay used his...
View ArticleFirst Night events to help Western Massachusetts ring in new year
In Holyoke, which lays claim to the second-longest running First Night in the area, events will begin as early as 10 a.m. NORTHAMPTON - Northampton’s First Night, one of the premier New Year’s Eve...
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2012, the year that celebrity snark hit warp speed
2012 was, without question, the Year of Accelerated Celebrity Snark. Angelina Jolie posing before the 84th Academy Awards in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. AP By JEN CHANEY Washington Post...
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Gerry Anderson, created 'Thunderbirds,' 'Space: 1999,' dead at 83
Once “Thunderbirds” aired in the 1960s, “Thunderbirds are go!” became a catchphrase for generations. In this Jan. 27, 2005 file photo, Gerry Anderson, poses for a photograph with a toy Thunderbird 2...
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Theo: Comforting canines make this dog proud
I was especially proud to see a group of owners from the Lutheran Church Charities in Illinois truck 10 of us on a 800-mile road trip to Newtown, Conn., where we tried our best to console anyone who...
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Tower Theaters in South Hadley undergo renovation
The two-screen movie theater, which opened 24 years ago, has been remodeled completely. Tower Theaters owner Robert Adam is seen in front of the cinemas in South Hadley's Village Commons in this file...
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Best of 2012: Top 10 video games of the year
The video game universe in 2012 is a study in extremes. JT Taga-Anderson, 9, left, and Mika Taga-Anderson, 13, play Grand Theft Auto IV in Los Altos, Calif., Sunday. The Supreme Court Monday ruled...
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'Hobbit' dominates box office for 3rd week despite challenges from 'Django...
The Warner Bros. fantasy epic from director Peter Jackson, based on the J.R.R. Tolkien novel, has made $222.7 million domestically alone. Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins in a scene from the fantasy...
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'Cabbage Patch' coming to Majestic Theater
The play begins its West Springfield run on Thursday. When you hear the words “cabbage patch” some people think of the popular dolls, while others use it as a response to young ones wanting to know...
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Monday Entertainment Links: Robert Pattinson top 2012 celebrity, 'All My...
Daily roundup of entertainment and celebrity news. Actor Robert Pattinson AP file photo Robert Pattinson is E! celebrity of 2012. (eonline.com) Midseason TV schedule for 2013. (ew.com) 'All My...
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Kanye West: Kim Kardashian having my baby
Her divorce to NBA basketball player Kris Humphries has not been finalized. Rapper Kanye West and reality TV star Kim Kardashian AP Grammy Award winning rap star Kanye West told a crowd of 5,000...
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Restaurant news: Dining deals, winter hours, wild game and more
A new year brings changes and special events at area restaurants. AP A note from Robin Lamothe of the Steaming Tender Restaurant in Palmer brought news of January goings-on in the classic train...
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Videos: Every 'The Dark Knight Rises' and 'The Avengers' plot hole or goof in...
"The Avengers" and "The Dark Knight Rises" were the two biggest movies of 2012, but not everyone was won over by these superhero flicks "The Avengers" and "The Dark Knight Rises" were the two biggest...
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Club Scout: New year resolutions
Karaoke or trivia night can add to an evening out. AP Like with anything else in life, it's pretty easy to get stuck in a rut when it comes to going out to your favorite club or pub. You find...
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Upcoming concert news: Green Day, Scotty McCreery and more
Tickets are on sale this week for several winter and spring tours. Green Day Make up dates for the postponed Green Day tour have been announced and the band will now be making its previously...
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Favorite Place: The Plumbing Museum in Watertown a 'unique, authentic...
The museum is open by appointment Mondays through Thursdays. The Plumbing Museum'ÂÂs artifacts range from antique toilets and earth closets to electric sinks and some of the first American water...
View ArticleFirst Night Jr. in Holyoke draws children and parents from near and far
This was the 16th year for First Night Jr., which, contrary to its name, takes place in daylight. HOLYOKE — First Night Jr. on Monday had children and their parents scurrying all over Heritage Park,...
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New Year's Eve 2012: Live video from Times Square in New York as ball drops...
An estimated 1 million people were expected to cram into the neon-lit district to see the crystal ball drop and countdown to 2013. As 2012 winds down with New Year's Eve celebrations, hundreds of...
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