Singer Leslie Carter dead at 25
She was the sister of Aaron Carter and former Backstreet Boy Nick Carter. House of Carters/ E!Leslie Carter ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Singer Leslie Carter, the sister of Aaron Carter and former Backstreet...
View ArticleMoive review: 'Chronicle'
"Chronicle" THREE AND A HALF STARS Rated PG-13 for violence, sexual situations, strong language and underage drinking Running time: 84 minutes Here’s what the director’s pitch to the studio was...
View ArticleAmy Winehouse coroner resigns, singer's family seeks advice
The coroner's qualifications were questioned, raising the possibility the investigation may have to be held again. APAmy Winehouse LONDON (AP) — The coroner who oversaw the inquest into the death of...
View ArticleSuper Bowl ads that generate buzz after the game
Companies hope you'll be gabbing about their Super Bowl ads on Monday morning. But the ultimate score is if those conversations continue throughout the year. The Associated Press/Volkswagen of America...
View ArticleMel Gibson 'Get the Gringo' film headed direct-to-video
Check out the trailer for Gibson's return to action flick. Mel Gibson's "Get the Gringo," will debut on DirecTV in May before its release on Blu-ray, DVD, video-on-demand and digital download. A...
View ArticleSteven Tyler meant to sing it like that
Steven Tyler defended his rendition of the national anthem. Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler sings the national anthem before the AFC Championship NFL football game between the Baltimore Ravens and the...
View Article97.9 ESPN debuts at former FM radio home of KIX Country
In late October, Clear Channel ended the rock format at WRNX-FM in Holyoke and relocated KIX Country to 100.9 on the dial. Clear Channel / 979espn.com WPKX-FM, 97.9, the former spot for KIX Country...
View ArticleStudent Union Art Gallery unveils new exhibits for new semester
A closing ceremony for "Midway" will be held tonight at the Student Union. Kate EvansAriel Lavery's projection of edited Youtube videos featured colorful hot air balloons. The Student Union Art...
View ArticleBilly Ray Cyrus signs book deal
The "Achy Breaky Heart" singer and father of Miley Cyrus will release "Hillbilly Heart" in 2013. Billy Ray Cyrus Billy Ray Cyrus is the latest celebrity to sign up with Amazon.com The singer of “Achy...
View ArticleMovie review: 'Chronicle' fresh and surprising
It's more than "Carrie" turns into one of the "X-Men." In this film image released by 20th Century Fox, Alex Russell is shown in a scene from "Chronicle." (AP Photo/20th Century Fox, Alan Markfield)...
View ArticleSon of Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall opens Smithsonian theater
"Casablanca" will be the first film shown at the new Warner Bros. Theater at the National Museum of American History on Friday night. Stephen Bogart, son of screen legend Humphrey Bogart, seen here...
View ArticleLatest illnesses point to raw milk's popularity
The government says the milk is unsafe because of the pathogens cows may encounter on the farm. The Family Cow is seen in this Friday, February 3, 2012 photo. The Maryland health department has found...
View ArticleJ.C Penney refuses to drop spokeswoman Ellen DeGeneres despite complaint from...
One Million Moms complained that DeGeneres is not a true representation of the type of families that shop at the retailer. APEllen DeGeneres J.C. Penney is rejecting a call from One Million Moms to...
View ArticleActor Ben Gazzara dead at 81
The veteran actor achieved success on Broadway, television and motion pictures. APIn this Jan. 11, 2011 file photo, actor Ben Gazzara attends The National Board of Review of Motion Pictures awards...
View ArticleTop 5: Finest football movies
What is your favorite football film? Let us know. Screen Gems TelevisionBilly Dee Williams, left, and James Caan in "Brian's Song." Here are five movies worth watching before Sunday’s big game between...
View ArticleUniversal Orlando plans daily parade, evening light show
The parade and night show will debut sometime this spring, although specific dates were not announced. APThis computer generated concept rendering released by Universal Orlando shows the planned...
View Article'The Voice' singer Dia Frampton to perform in Northampton
The 24-year-old singer will perform Tuesday at Pearl Streetand later this month at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Dia Frampton Sometimes you don’t have to come out on top to come out on top. Especially when...
View ArticleKevin Rhodes to perform with Longmeadow Chamber Music Society
Rhodes will perform at the First Church of Christ in Longmeadow on Friday night. SSOSpringfield Symphony Orchestra maestro Kevin Rhodes at the piano. By JUSTIN MORALES Maestro Kevin Rhodes will be...
View ArticleNew England Public Radio celebrates 50th anniversary
The region’s public radio affiliate began as a 10-watt station at the old Springfield Trade High School. Photos by Don Treeger / The RepublicanReporter-producer Anne Mostue reads a news story in the...
View ArticleTravel spot: Toast your Valentine in California wine country
The Castello di Amorosa is a faithful replica of a medieval Tuscan castle with more than 100 rooms. The Castello di Amorosa in Calistoga, Calif. Escaping with your honey can be as down-to-earth, or as...
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