Monthly Archives: January 2010

TV’s Jersey ‘sure’ to hit LI (New York Post)

East Enders, lock up your hair gel and tanning cream — the “Jersey Shore” guidos and guidettes might be heading to the Hamptons next. The controversial cast of MTV’s hit reality show finally inked a deal yesterday for a sophomore … Continue reading

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The City, From Wartime Grit to Modern Soullessness (New York Times)

New works examine the history of New York during World War II, the real-life events behind the movie “On the Waterfront” and the city’s future as an “authentic urban place.”.

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City Critic: On the Plate, a Pinch or a Pound?

With salt the latest addition to the mayor’s health hit list, we take a look at how much is in some of New York’s favorite dishes.

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Honoree Neil Young fails to perform at music biz charity event

Ever the “fierce independent” and “iconoclast” — two phrases showered on honoree Neil Young at the music industry’s annual Grammy charity bash on Friday — the grizzled rocker failed to perform for the black-tie crowd who had turned out to … Continue reading

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Roy Orbison’s missing headstone a grave concern

Roy Orbison has spent the last 21 years in the company of Marilyn Monroe, Natalie Wood and Carl Wilson at a small cemetery in the Los Angeles suburb of Westwood.  But most visitors probably walk over his grave without realizing … Continue reading

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Field Report: Catch Me if You Can

With new restrictions in commercial fishing, Mark Marhefka finds other fish in the sea.

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Pittsfield Township police investigating home invasion at Hamptons of Cloverlane apartment (The Ann Arbor News)

The Pittsfield Township Police Department is investigating a home invasion that occurred sometime Thursday at the Hamptons of Cloverlane Apartment Homes in the 4000 block of Hunt Club Drive. Police say someone entered the patio door of the apartment using … Continue reading

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JD Salinger dies, what of his legacy?

After shunning the public eye with self-imposed exile to a tiny town in New Hampshire since 1952 and fiercely protecting the legacy of his works, the death of JD Salinger this week has many betting on what will be the … Continue reading

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A Good Appetite: Double Dipping Helps Resolve Her Indecision

The perfect dip is light yet clingy, with a zippy flavor that works just as well with tortilla chips as it does with bell pepper strips, and keeps you coming back for more.

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The Minimalist: No Oxymoron: A Lighter Gumbo

A more contemporary on gumbo that’s ideal for any occasion calling for a crowd-pleaser.

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After the Putti, the Baby Calamari

Museums are moving away from the basement cafeteria approach in favor of stylish restaurants that offer fine dining to go with the fine art.

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A Sundance filmmaker tell-all?!

The Sundance Film Festival is nothing if not about discovering new filmmakers and fresh voices in the world of cinema. Most of these writer/directors, of course, want their movies to make some sort of impact on audiences, but what impact … Continue reading

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