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September 22, 2008

Mom on '90210' is real-life priest

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Check out a quirky interview from Religion News Service with an Episcopal priest who might look familiar to you old-school "90210" fans:

When we first met Ann Gillespie back in 1990, she was playing Jackie Taylor on "Beverly Hills, 90210." Her first scene found her snorting cocaine in the women's room during a mother-daughter fashion show. It wasn't pretty. Finish reading 'Mom on '90210' is real-life priest' »

September 7, 2008

Nothing but Victory

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Microbrew fans passing through my hometown in Chester County make a point to stop at the home of Victory Brewing Co.

Hidden in an industrial block in Downingtown, the brewery isn't very pleasing to the eye from outside, and the parking lot leaves much to be desired; however, recent renovations to the restaurant, bar and menu make Victory worth the hour-and-a-half trip from York County.

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September 4, 2008

Local on 'Secret Lives of Women'

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A North Codorus Township woman who overcame years of panic attacks will be featured on "Secret Lives of Women" at 10 p.m. Tuesday on the WE channel.

Melissa Straub, 46, (above, at left) struggled with panic and agoraphobia for years. At times, she ventured no more than a mile from her home, dreading situations that might trigger her panic. She had stopped working, traveling and, eventually, leaving the neighborhood.

Using a technique that included elements of visualization, hypnosis and conditioning (the modification of thinking patterns), Straub overcame her fear, and has been panic-free for two years.

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August 10, 2008

Madonna at 50

In addition to Michael Jackson, Prince and my Auntie Bev, the original Material Girl hits the big 5-0 this year.

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On Aug. 16, Madonna joins the ranks of AARP-eligible seniors everywhere.

The Washington Post has a great Madonna appreciation here.

Reporter Hank Stuever compiled a few of her thoughts on "growing up":

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Bernie Mac will be missed

News of Bernie Mac's death hit comedy fans hard Saturday.

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The 50-year-old stand-up comedian, film and sitcom star died of pneumonia Aug. 9 in Chicago, where he lived. He had suffered from sarcoidosis.

Not everyone was a fan of Mac's audacious humor, but I loved hearing him talk about family life and its ills. He made my sides hurt laughing. Rest in peace, Bernie.