Monthly Archives: August 2009

Weekend roundup

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Erin McCracken

1. Attended a housewarming in Mechanicsburg. (What a charming little borough.) 2. Finally got to Agrodolce. (The prices were reasonable and the waiter threw in free dessert.) 3. Headed to YorkFest Saturday afternoon. (I wanted a cameo necklace but bought … Continue reading →

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‘Post Grad’ post

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Jess Krout

Hats off to the Class of 2009 college graduates. And special congratulations to the hard-workers of the class, like Ryden Malby (Alexis Bledel) in “Post Grad.” Malby nailed scholarships, limited amounts of beer pong playing to keep the said scholarship … Continue reading →

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R.I.P. DJ AM

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Erin McCracken

The music world was shocked by yet another untimely death Friday night. The body of DJ AM, aka Adam Goldstein, was found in his SoHo apartment at about 5:20 p.m., according to the Associated Press. A law enforcement official said … Continue reading →

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What you need to know now

Posted on August 28, 2009 by Erin McCracken

It’s raining, it’s pouring, but it should clear up. Enjoy the weekend, rain or shine. Check out art, live music and more downtown during YorkFest. Help Keep A Breast at a local music fest. Find out where to take friends … Continue reading →

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Trailer Wars: Take it to the nines

Posted on August 28, 2009 by Erin McCracken

What the heck is with the number nine this year? (Oh, I get it. It’s 2009.) But that’s no excuse to give two movies the same name. (Producers hope audiences will be able to tell the difference between aliens and … Continue reading →

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Drake: So hot right now

Posted on August 27, 2009 by Erin McCracken

Rapper Drake’s recent rise to fame was sudden, unforeseen and controversial. The Canadian artist played Jimmy Brooks — a basketball star who became physically disabled after he was shot by a classmate — on the TV series “Degrassi: The Next … Continue reading →

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Ed Kowalczyk, two other acts take Strand stage

Posted on August 27, 2009 by Erin McCracken

Open Wings Broken Strings hits the stage at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center, 50 N. George St. in York. The show features acoustic performances by Ed Kowalczykof York native band LIVE, Art Alexakis of Everclear … Continue reading →

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The Scoop: Double D’s Dogs

Posted on August 27, 2009 by Erin McCracken

The Scoop has a frank discussion with Jody Moore, owner of Double D’s Dogs, downtown. Find out what else is cooking in York this weekend.

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MTV channels ‘West Side Story’ for VMA ads

Posted on August 26, 2009 by Erin McCracken

We admit it. This is cheesy. But it’s also kind of brilliant. With all the pre-show dramz, we can’t wait for the VMAs. (BTW: “West Side Story” spoofs are so hot right now.)

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Manhattan Short Film Festival names finalists

Posted on August 26, 2009 by Erin McCracken

The Manhattan Short Film Festival announced the 10 finalists. York film-lovers will be able to join more than 100,000 people in 173 cities to select the festival winner. The Manhattan Short Film Festival selections will be shown at 7:30 Sept. … Continue reading →

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