Monthly Archives: August 2007

Singin’ in the streets

You read about nine “American Idol” hopefuls from the York area who auditioned for the show’s seventh season in Philadelphia Monday. Check out photos of other “Idol” wannabes in Philly at www.americanidol.com/photos.

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Day of remembrance

Can you believe it’s been 10 years since the death of Diana? There are a few TV shows on tonight that look at legacy of the Princess of Wales and the mystery surrounding her death. Catch “Princess Diana: The Martin … Continue reading

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CNN’s shameless self-promotion

I really need to change my morning routine. Generally, after showering and getting dressed I head downstairs for a bowl of cereal and some channel surfing. Since I work for a newspaper I like to get a quick look at … Continue reading

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Just give him a try … again

Most people poo-poo Dave Matthews Band as soon as they hear his first name. Maybe it’s because tickets to his show can be expensive, maybe it’s because he used to be so much more accessible when he played in bars … Continue reading

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The teens have spoken

The seventh-annual Teen Choice awards aired last night on Fox. Stars strutted down the red carpet and some received the event’s signature surfboard trophies. This year’s big winners were Justin Timberlake and the casts of “High School Musical 2″ and … Continue reading

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Campaign by computer

Political campaigns are tapping into social networking sites to get America’s youth to the polls. 2008 Presidential candidates will participate in one-hour chats with users on MTV.com and MySpaceTV.com. Former Sen. John Edwards will hold the first dialogue on Sept. … Continue reading

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Almost Recess

It isn’t often you will find me blogging about music, because, well, I don’t have a music collection, a favorite album or a must-see group. However, I do appreciate it. This weekend, I went to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and was … Continue reading

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Stranger things have happened

Just when you thought there was nothing good on TV, a new reality series gives us hope that brotherly love still exists in America. Watch as a man from England tries to get across America with nothing more than $5 … Continue reading

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Aging celebrity

In our youth, we had favorite celebrities who made us laugh, swoon or sing along to the radio with a hairbrush microphone. I liked the Hollywood-polished, totally unrealistic perceptions of these folks I built up devouring month after month of … Continue reading

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Obsessed with sushi

I finally found a food other than turkey subs that I can’t live without and it’s not something my mother made growing up. It’s sushi. I eat it at least two times a week. I beg my friends to meet … Continue reading

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