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Theo: Iditarod race makes my heart turn to mush
The 1,000-mile trek to Alaska’s wind-scoured western coast from Anchorage to Nome (official slogan, there’s no place like Nome,) requires 16 world class dog athletes and one human coach, who goes...
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Conflicting reports over hospitalized Lil Wayne
The rapper has tweeted he is doing well, while a cemebrity website maintains he is in critical condition. Lil Wayne poses for a photograph on Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, in New Orleans. AP Rapper Lil...
View Article62nd Annual St. Patrick's Parade kicks off in Holyoke
St. Patrick's Parade underway in Holyoke. HOLYOKE— The 62nd Annual St. Patrick's Parade is now underway with more than 15,000 marchers and hundreds of thousands of sepctators. "We are here every year....
View ArticleTravel: Five free ways to see Washington, D.C., a city of museums
The most popular museums and the zoo are free, thanks to government funding, as well as the picturesque memorials and monuments. By BRETT ZONGKER WASHINGTON — There are probably more free things to do...
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Photos: Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade on Instagram
Visitors to the Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade had their smartphones handy on Sunday. Visitors to the Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade had their smartphones handy on Sunday, snapping pictures to share on...
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Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade features thousands of marchers, 400,000 spectators
The parade featured about 40 floats and 15,000 marchers. HOLYOKE — More than 400,000 spectators lined up along the 2.65-mile route to watch the 62nd annual St. Patrick's Parade in Holyoke. “It’s a...
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'Oz the Great and Powerful' rules box office for 2nd weekend
Its two-week worldwide total of stand at more than $281 million. James Franco in a scene from "Oz the Great and Powerful." Disney NEW YORK (AP) — "Oz the Great and Powerful" is living up to its name...
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Jewish Chorus of Western Massachusetts to perform at Academy of Music
Mak’hela and singer Evelyn Harris will present musical selections from the Jewish and African-American traditions. Songs of freedom will resound as Mak’hela: the Jewish Chorus of Western...
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Monday Entertainment Links: '2016: Obama's America' filmmakers plan sequel,...
Daily roundup of entertainment and celebrity news. '2016: Obama's America' filmmakers plan followup. (hollywoodreporter.com) 'Hogan's Heroes' creators win back rights; plan new movie. (deadline.com)...
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Favorite Place: A visit to Holyoke Merry-Go-Round at Heritage State Park is...
Located at 221 Appleton St., the Holyoke-Merry-Go-Round is celebrating its 20th anniversary there. During that time, it has carried more than1 million riders and has hosted more than 5,000 children's...
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Stephen King to speak at Bushnell in Hartford
The event will benefit the Mark Twain House & Museum. Stephen King AP Master of the macabre Stephen King will speak at the Bushnell in Hartford on July 18 at 8 p.m.. The event will benefit the...
View ArticleLindsay Lohan due back in court on misdemeanor charges
Lindsay Lohan is returning to court for a hearing that will determine whether the actress goes to jail or averts a trial on charges that she lied to police. ANTHONY McCARTNEY AP Entertainment Writer...
View ArticleVideo game review: 'Tomb Raider' offers new start for Lara Croft
It’s been four years – almost a generation in video game years – since Lara Croft embarked on a “Tomb Raider” expedition. It’s been four years – almost a generation in video game years – since Lara...
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Chicago to play Mountain Park in Holyoke
Tckets go on sale Friday morning. Chicago, who has mixed rock and jazz sounds for 45 years, will perform at Mountain Park on June 21 at 8 pm. The line-up on tour will include original band members...
View ArticleBeer Nut: McLadden's gladdens local beer lovers
The pub will open Thursday for a benefit (open to anyone, but with a ticket cost) then will be open to the general public starting Friday. Five minutes, 320 taps, 270 craft beers on draft. Those are...
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Northampton Arts Council director Bob Cilman to retire
Founder and director of the Young at Heart Chorus, Cilman will devote full time energies to that organization. Bob Cilman The Republican Bob Cilman has announced his retirement as director of the...
View ArticleReturning 'The Voice' adds extended episodes
"The Voice" begins its new season at 8 p.m. EDT on Monday, March 25. LOS ANGELES (AP) — NBC is making the most of its returning hit series "The Voice." The network said Monday the show will double to...
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Lindsay Lohan accepts plea deal: 90 days in rehab
She will be able to avoid jail time if she complies with the conditions of her plea deal that also includes 30 days of community labor and 18 months of psychological therapy. Actress Lindsay Lohan,...
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Andrea becomes The Governor's "Prey" in this week's 'The Walking Dead'
How did we fare in an Andrea-centric episode? Andrea (Holden) was the best she's ever been in the series this week. AMC This week's episode of The Walking Dead managed to put this season back on...
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'Dancing With the Stars' week 1 recap: The judges' early favorite is ...
The first "DWTS" season 16 elimination is set for March 26. Based on the opening night scores from judges, Disney Channel actress Zendaya is the early favorite on season 16 of ABC's "Dancing With the...
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