On 4th album, Paramore dives into sounds, risks
Two of the members of Paramore left the group, and the newly formed trio began work on their fourth album and wanted to expand beyond their signature punk-rock sound. MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW...
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Holyoke Community College Players present "Middletown" drama
"Middletown" is "a small play about little things that represent big ideas, the dichotomy between life and death, private and public, loneliness and connectedness and how these things fall into...
View ArticleFilmmakers nearing completion of 'Homeless in Amherst'
Filmmaker Matthew Heron Duranti said his goal is to finish in time to submit it to the Sundance Film festival for consideration. AMHERST — Filmmakers telling the story of “Homeless in Amherst” had...
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West Springfield production of Olympic ice show 'Ice Dreams' postponed
No new date has been set for the local production of "Ice Dreams." Olympic skater Johnny Weir. Associated Press WEST SPRINGFIELD – “Ice Dreams,” an Olympic ice show scheduled for Saturday at the the...
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Scoopful of Ice Cream: Friendly's Fruit Swirls Orange Creme Swirl get a...
Friendly's Fruit Swirls Orange Creme sherbet and ice cream a perfect combo. Elizabeth Roman, The Republican I stopped by Big Y during my lunch break to pick up a flavor to review this week and was...
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Travel: For Kyoto, Japan with kids, mix fun with antiquities
You never know how kids will react to new experiences, but not to worry. "Daddy," my daughter said, beaming as we headed for more rapids, "this must be the best summer ever!" A visitor to the Fushimi...
View ArticleRestaurant review: Veritas in Sturbridge
Kurt Soukup, the restaurant's chef-owner, got his start at the Lake House in Wilbraham before spending a number of years at the Student Prince in downtown Springfield. DINING OUTName: Veritas...
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Off the Menu: Where has the quick service in fast food gone?
After experiencing two consecutive quarters of declining sales over the last year, McDonald's USA is trying to convince its franchisees that "service is broken." AP Is "quick service" broken? When...
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Tuning in: Twitter launches #music feature
Twitter has launched an application that lets people find music they like and tweet songs from iTunes, Spotify and Rdio. Twitter launches #music, a new music service. blog.twitter.com NEW YORK (AP)...
View ArticleTraveling with wine on airplanes not as difficult as you might think
Here's a hint. Pack your wine in your checked bag. It's not rocket science. Bringing wine on an airplane used to be simple. Pack a few bottles in your carry-on bag and you're all set. But due to...
View ArticleLas Vegas Strip to get New York-style public park
MGM is transforming the congested sidewalks in front of its New York City and European-themed casinos into an outdoor plaza featuring trees, benches, food trucks and shops. HANNAH DREIER Associated...
View ArticleRock Hall set to induct 2013 class at LA ceremony
Heart, Randy Newman, Public Enemy and Rush are expected to perform at Thursday's star-studded ceremony, which is being taped for broadcast May 18 on HBO. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Christina Aguilera and...
View Article'Burger Land' show host dishes on best US burgers
If you love a good burger, you might think George Motz has the best job ever. ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — If you love a good burger, you might think George Motz has the best job...
View ArticleColossal figures to populate Rockefeller Plaza
The installation will go up between 49th and 50th streets next Tuesday and run until June 7. NEW YORK (AP) — A public art installation of nine colossal human-shaped figures will transform New York's...
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5 Great places to go for Mother’s Day meals
Sunday, May 12 is Mother’s Day, and for those of you considering taking Mom out for a special meal, you have some great choices on that day. Maybe we can help you with some top picks. Here are 5 Great...
View ArticleABC's Robin Roberts hospitalized again
Robin Roberts spent two days in the hospital fighting off an infection as part of her recuperation from a rare blood disease, and is off "Good Morning America" this week to rest. DAVID BAUDER AP...
View ArticleDick Van Dyke undergoing tests for 'cranial throbbing'
Van Dyke's credits include "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and "Diagnosis Murder." LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — A spokesman for Dick Van Dyke says the actor is undergoing tests for...
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Top 5: Facts about Tom Cruise
"Oblivion" starring Tom Cruise arrives in theaters today. Tom Cruise AP “Oblivion” starring Tom Cruise arrives in theaters today. Here are five facts about the actor: — He was born Thomas Cruise...
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Dogs rule at Big E grounds this weekend
The 3-day New England Spring Classic Dog Shows begin today The three-day New England Spring Classic Dog Shows begins today in West Springfield. The Republican file photo Thousands of canines,...
View Article“Glee” Recap: Everyone has some ‘Sweet Dreams’
With the glee club gearing up for Regionals, Rachel getting her shot at an iconic Broadway role, and Finn entering college, ‘Sweet Dreams’ provided us with some irritating, some humorous, and some...
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