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Sunday May 19 | Courier-Post

N.J. may raise minimum age for buying cigarettes

Winona Ryder has been acting since she was 12 years old, so finding a role in a movie unlike any... The Killers took the pop-rock world by storm in 2004 with its release of 'Hot Fuss' and the four... Altria Group Inc., which produces the top-selling Marlboro brand, suggests that the proposal would restrict adult consumers' access to legal products, ... (more)

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, The Killers, Altria Group, Tobacco

Thu May 16, 2013

The Daily Republic

Tour brings music, art awareness to Fairfield High

"Music brings people together," said Jimmy Cantillon on Thursday as nearly the entire student population of Fairfield High School mingled for the High School Nation Tour at Schaefer Stadium.

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Related Topix: The High, Pop/Rock

WTHR-TV Indianapolis

UK campaign group loses challenge on tax deal

By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press Federal health officials say they will propose Thursday to overhaul federally funded child care centers across the country, beefing up safety standards including... By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press Federal health officials say they will propose Thursday to overhaul federally funded child care centers across the ... (more)

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, Agriculture, Science

Examiner.com

Song writers playing free concerts May 16-19 in Key Largo

Multiple musical offerings are the highlight of the annual Key Largo Original Music Festival , featuring live and original performances Thursday through Sunday, May 16-19. Traditionally the four-day festival takes place on various intimate stages, and acclaimed individual hit songwriters as well as bands from around the United States participate in ... (more)

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Related Topix: Key Largo, FL, Pop/Rock, Multiple, Country, The Sundowners

Tue May 14, 2013

Patch.com

'Rock at the Row' Summer Concert Series Returns in June

Pentagon Row's "Rock at the Row" summer concert series will return in June, Federal Realty Investment Trust has announced.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, Trust, Bon Jovi, Tribute

Mon May 13, 2013

Hollywood Reporter

Hollywood Lawyer Marty Singer Appeals Extortion Ruling

Representing clients like Charlie Sheen , John Travolta and Scarlett Johansson , attorney Marty Singer has become famous for sending menacing legal threats.

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Related Topix: Los Angeles, CA, Hollywood (Los Angeles, CA), Celebrities, Scarlett Johansson, Hot Chicks, Pop/Rock

The Chatfield News

Chatfield Brass Band sets summer concert schedule

The Chatfield Brass Band will perform its summer "Music in the Park" concert series in Chatfield's City Park, beginning June 6. By Gretchen Mensink Lovejoy The Chatfield Brass Band is once again gearing up for an exciting summer under its bandshell.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, Blizzard, Northfield, MN

Vallejo News

Prince Harry salutes war dead at Arlington Britain's Prince Harry...

Britain's Prince Harry saluted America's war dead in somber remembrance at Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, pausing, too, to place flowers on the tombstone of President John F. Kennedy and visit the grave of a British World War II hero buried far from home.

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Related Topix: World News, Prince Harry, Washington, DC, Pop/Rock, Entertainment, Drama, Television

Sat May 11, 2013

The Modesto Bee

Religion Digest

SANCTUS REAL — 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Gallo Center for the Performing Arts, Modesto.

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Related Topix: Christian-Rock, Sanctus Real, Modesto, CA, Pop/Rock, Bread

Daily Political

Obama Donors Liken Keystone Decision to Lincoln Ending of Slavery

They compared the decision to Abraham Lincoln's outlawing of slavery in the nation via a constitutional amendment.

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Related Topix: Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy (Green Energy), Energy, 2012 Presidential Election, US Politics, US News, Barack Obama, Pop/Rock, Global Warming

WXPN-FM Philadelphia

Tonight's Concert Picks: James Blake at TLA, Todd Rundgren at Trocadero, Geoff Rickly at North Star Bar

Electronic singer/songwriter James Blake stops by the Theatre of Living Arts tonight.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, United Nations

Fri May 10, 2013

KOVideo.net

"Here's to Never Growing Up": Avril Lavigne Goes Back to Roots

Even back when Avril Lavigne exploded onto the scene in 2002, her sound reflected a group of middle school bratty skaters who likely would be found at the mall - not glitzed up at a high school prom.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, Hot Chicks, Avril Lavigne

Lethbridge Herald

Prince Harry salutes war dead at Arlington cemetery in US visit devoted to fallen and wounded

Britain's Prince Harry saluted America's war dead in sombre remembrance at Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, pausing, too, to place flowers on the tombstone of President John F. Kennedy and visit the grave of a British World War II hero buried far from home.

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Related Topix: World News, Prince Harry, Washington, DC, Pop/Rock, Entertainment, Drama, Television

The Washington Post

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The missive, which was sent by the group Thursday and was obtained by The Washington Post, emphasized Obama's respect for Lincoln and suggested the controversial pipeline-which would transport heavy crude from Alberta to refineries on the Gulf Coast -marked a similar turning point in American history.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, Global Warming, Activism, Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy (Green Energy), Energy, World News

Thu May 09, 2013

Billboard

Avril Lavigne Refuses To Age in 'Here's To Never...

Time is a funny thing: its passage almost always leads to the gradual loss of youth and alteration of physical features.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, Hot Chicks, Avril Lavigne

Las Cruces Sun-News

Tunes: Home on the stage - Indie pop duo influenced by many travels

Miss Shevaughn and Yuma Wray, an indie pop rock duo have incorporated a stop in Las Cruces, Thursday at High Desert Brewing Company, on their tour in support of their most recent full-length studio album "We're From Here" . Miss Shevaughn and Yuma Wray have known each other for 14 years, and have played music as a couple for the last four.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, Tunes, Las Cruces, NM, The Company, Interstate

Tue May 07, 2013

The Washington Post

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Bandleader Doc Scantlin and his wife Chou Chou perform hits of the Roaring '20s at a special Great Gatsby-themed party this Thursday at the Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, The Washington Post Company, Washington Post, Publishing, Alan Jackson, Country, The Outlaws, George Jones

Mon May 06, 2013

The Jersey Journal

Writer's group meets at Hoboken Public Library

The Hoboken Public Library will be hosting its monthly writing group Thursday, when writers will discuss their works of poetry, fiction and non-fiction with other scribes.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock

Denver Post

Educator Nate Easley to be honored by youth advocacy group Thursday

The Youth Directions student/career advocacy program will recognize the contributions of Nate Easley, former president of the Denver Public Schools Board of Education, with its Youth Dedication Award.

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Related Topix: Pop/Rock, Denver, CO

Hispanic Business

Festivals = family fun

May 06--Metro Atlanta's spring festivals celebrate food, drink, music and fun. Here's a list of upcoming or ongoing festivals to make the most of your week and weekend.

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Related Topix: Alpharetta, GA, Pop/Rock, Taste, Atlanta, GA, Cocktail