Catherine Zeta-Jones checks into mental health facility for treatment
Two years ago, the 43-year-old Oscar winner checked into a similar facility for a brief stay for treatment of her condition, known as Bipolar II. Catherine Zeta-JonesAP LOS ANGELES (AP) – A...
View Article'Iron Man' stars Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow forge friendship
"Iron Man 3" opens in theaters on Thursday night. By DAVID GERMAIN ÂAssociated Press There’s something of the old married couple about Gwyneth Paltrow and Robert Downey Jr., though they’re married...
View ArticleGrowing crowd of celebrity wines take spotlight
It's hard to put a number on celebrity wines, a category that includes singers, sports stars, chefs and more. But Danny Brager, vice president for alcoholic beverages at market research firm Nielsen,...
View ArticleKenny Chesney starts fund to help Boston Marathon bombing victims
Country star Kenny Chesney is starting a fund to help those who lost limbs in the Boston Marathon bombing. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country star Kenny Chesney is starting a fund to help those who lost...
View ArticleCivil trial depicts two sides of Michael Jackson
Two sides of Michael Jackson have emerged during the start of a trial involving a lawsuit over his death. By ANTHONY McCARTNEY, AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Two sides of Michael Jackson...
View ArticleCandice Bergen producing film about her late father, ventriloquist Edgar Bergen
Edgar Bergen died in 1978 at the age of 75, while Charlie McCarthy found a home at the Smithsonian Institution. Dummy Charlie McCarthy crossing his legs on the lap of actress Candice Bergen as her...
View ArticleClub Scout: Drummer Allison Miller brings band to Arts Block Cafe
Boom Tic Boom comes to to the Arts Block Cafe in Greenfield on Sunday. Allison Miller Drummers who lead bands are not uncommon in the jazz world, but they also aren't the rule. Women drummers exist,...
View ArticleMaria Shriver is coming back to NBC News
Shriver quit NBC amid concerns about whether her job at the news division could cause conflicts with her position as first lady while her husband, Arnold Schwarzenegger, was governor. The two are now...
View ArticleHolyoke Ward 7 group to hear from Jeffrey Bianchine, city creative economy...
The Ward 7 group was formed to discuss ways to improve the neighborhood's quality of life. Jeffrey C. Bianchine, city of Holyoke creative economy coordinator.John Suchocki, The Republican HOLYOKE --...
View Article'Dancing With the Stars' week 7 elimination: Tears for a clown
Six contestants remain the popular TV competition. Comic Andy Dick lost his chance to win the tacky mirrorball trophy on season 16 of ABC's "Dancing With the Stars." In an emotional farewell, Dick,...
View ArticlePioneer Valley Performing Arts School presents '25th Annual Putnam County...
The play, to be performed May 2-5, chronicles the experience of six adolescent outsiders in the throes of puberty, overseen by adults who barely managed to escape childhood themselves. "Prayer of the...
View ArticleHolyoke Public Library Puerto Rican Cultural Project Committee exhibits...
The "Puerto Rican Community Education Posters: 1947-1990," on view for free through May 22 at Open Square, were designed to help Puerto Ricans transition from an agrarian to a modern industrial...
View ArticleBeer Nut: New Stone IPA reminiscent of anniversary brew
For my money, this is the best iteration of Stone's Enjoy By series. About seven years ago I had one of the greatest beers i have ever tasted. Unfortunately it was a one-time release. I speak, of...
View ArticleWednesday Entertainment Links: Colin Firth to star in Woody Allen film,...
Daily roundup of entertainment and celebrity news. Colin Firth 'Dallas' renewed for season 3. (ew.com) Eva Herzigova welcomes her third son. (eonline.com) CNN shows gain in ratings. (deadline.com)...
View ArticleWith warm weather on tap, Northampton's annual celebration of gay pride is...
The 32nd Annual LGBT Parade and Pride Event is sponsored by NoHo Pride, a Northampton-based nonprofit organization. NORTHAMPTON — With a forecast that calls for sunny skies and temperatures reaching...
View ArticleReport shows persistence of TV violence
TV executives are reluctant to talk about violent content, and when pressed question any link between what they air on television and aggressive behavior in real life. This TV publicity image released...
View ArticleRestaurant news: Cinco de Mayo, pub tour, lobster fest and more
There is no shortage of area dining events in the month of May. AP On Saturday, the Westfield Business Improvement District, working in conjunction with Westfield On Weekends, Inc., will be putting...
View ArticleMovie critics roundup: 'Iron Man 3'
The third installment in the "Iron Man" franchise arrives in theaters on Thursday night. The third installment in the "Iron Man" franchise arrives in theaters on Thursday night. Here is what movie...
View Article5 Great things at the Yiddish Book Center’s Community Open House
Explore Yiddish culture and history this Sunday at the National Yiddish Book Center. GSCVB This Sunday, May 5, the National Yiddish Book Center in Amherst is holding a Community Open House from 10am...
View ArticleEasthampton to celebrate Cottage Street Cultural Distict designation
The creation of the Cottage Street Cultural District will be celebrated Friday on Cottage Street in Easthampton at 4 p.m. Mt. Tom's Ice Cream is one of the more than 20 businesses in the new...
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