Stamford, CT
Sports
He's Back: Michael Jordan To Join NBA On NBC's Much-Hyped Revival He's Back: Michael Jordan To Join NBA On NBC's Much-Hyped Revival
He's Back: Michael Jordan To Join NBA On NBC's Much-Hyped Revival Michael Jordan is repeating the two crucial words from his famous 1995 fax: "I'm back." The all-time basketball legend will be a special contributor for the highly anticipated return of the NBA on NBC, the network announced on Monday, May 12. NBC will resume showing NBA games in the 2025-26 season after a 23-year hiatus. NBC made the announcement during its upfront presentation at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. "I am so excited to see the NBA back on NBC," Jordan said in a statement. "The NBA on NBC was a meaningful part of my career, and I'm excited about being a specia…

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by Chris Spiker
Drexel Hill-Upper Darby, PA
Lifestyle
Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Visit Kelce Family In Philadelphia For Mother's Day Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Visit Kelce Family In Philadelphia For Mother's Day
Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Visit Kelce Family In Philadelphia For Mother's Day Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce spent Mother's Day in Philadelphia with the Kelce family, according to fan photos posted online on Sunday, May 11. The 35-year-old pop star and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end were seen dining at a popular Center City restaurant with Kelce’s mother Donna, brother Jason, and sister-in-law Kylie. Fan-captured images circulating on Instagram show Swift wearing a black tank top and purse, while Kelce appeared relaxed in a cream-colored shirt with his signature longer hair. This was the couple’s first public sighting together in nearly two months. Following the Ch…

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by Jillian Pikora
Montville, CT
News
Greedy For Tate McRae? Her 2025 Tour Is Headed Your Way Greedy For Tate McRae? Her 2025 Tour Is Headed Your Way
Greedy For Tate McRae? Her 2025 Tour Is Headed Your Way She’s already danced across your screen and sung her way into your playlists—now she’s coming for your city. Tate McRae is set to light up arenas across the Northeast this summer with her “Miss Possessive Tour,” and fans are already racing to score seats. Tickets are available now via StubHub, Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats. McRae, the Calgary-born singer, first made headlines as a teenage finalist on So You Think You Can Dance. But it was her raw, relatable songwriting and smoky vocals that made her a global name. Her 2020 breakout hit, “you broke me first,” cemented her as a Gen Z force, a…

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by Vira Mamchur Schwartz
Rutherford, NJ
Lifestyle
SZA, Kendrick Lamar Dazzle Fans At American Dream Mall Pop-Up SZA, Kendrick Lamar Dazzle Fans At American Dream Mall Pop-Up
SZA, Kendrick Lamar Dazzle Fans At American Dream Mall Pop-Up Shoppers at the American Dream Mall got a brush with musical royalty. Grammy-winning artists SZA and Kendrick Lamar made an appearance at the East Rutherford mega-mall on Friday, May 9, as part of a pop-up event promoting SZA’s new lip product line, NOT Beauty. The visit came just hours before the pair hit the stage for a joint concert at MetLife Stadium, sending fans into a frenzy. Photos and videos shared by the mall show excited crowds swarming the duo, phones raised high as SZA and Lamar signed autographs and snapped selfies. “Thank you so much. Jersey is my home, it’s where I grew …

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by Michael Mashburn
Fredericksburg, VA
News
Metallica Triggers Mini-Quake At Virginia Tech With ‘Enter Sandman’ Metallica Triggers Mini-Quake At Virginia Tech With ‘Enter Sandman’
Metallica Triggers Mini-Quake At Virginia Tech With ‘Enter Sandman’ Metallica put on an earth-shaking show at Virginia Tech this week. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers took the stage Wednesday night, May 7 at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, where upwards of 60,000 fans showed up for the "seismic event."  When the opening chords of "Enter Sandman" played, officials reported that the energy from the stadium registered ground motion around a mile away, according to multiple reports. "The night the earth shook," Virginia Tech Athletics posted on social media.  Thanks for jumping with us, Metallica! Come back anytime 🤘 Posted by Virginia Tech Athle…

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by Zak Failla
Bridgeport, CT
News
'70s & '80s Hitmakers Take Over Bridgeport This July—Plan Your Night And Grab Your Tickets '70s & '80s Hitmakers Take Over Bridgeport This July—Plan Your Night And Grab Your Tickets
'70s & '80s Hitmakers Take Over Bridgeport This July—Plan Your Night And Grab Your Tickets Rick Springfield’s “Jessie’s Girl” on every radio. Toto’s “Hold the Line” shaking the speakers. A prom slow dance to Chicago’s “Color My World.” Shouting Styx’s “Renegade” from the backseat on a summer night.  These weren’t just songs—they were the soundtrack to the best kind of memories.  If you lived it, or wish you had, this summer’s lineup in Bridgeport brings it all back. The artists who defined the era are taking the stage, and tickets are moving fast. Now’s the time to snag yours and experience it all over again. The Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport is hostin…

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by Vira Mamchur Schwartz
Holmdel, NJ
News
'70s & '80s Hitmakers Take Over New Jersey This Summer—Plan Your Night And Grab Your Tickets '70s & '80s Hitmakers Take Over New Jersey This Summer—Plan Your Night And Grab Your Tickets
'70s & '80s Hitmakers Take Over New Jersey This Summer—Plan Your Night And Grab Your Tickets Rick Springfield’s “Jessie’s Girl” on every radio. Toto’s “Hold the Line” shaking the speakers. A prom slow dance to Chicago’s “Color My World.” Shouting Styx’s “Renegade” from the backseat on a summer night.  These weren’t just songs—they were the soundtrack to the best kind of memories.  If you lived it, or wish you had, this summer’s lineup in New Jersey brings it all back. From Newark to Holmdel to Atlantic City, the artists who defined the era are taking the stage—and tickets are moving fast. Now’s the time to snag yours and experience it all over again. Venues across New Je…

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by Vira Mamchur Schwartz
Wantagh, NY
News
Don't Miss Dave Matthews Band's 2025 Tour—Catch Them Under the Summer Sky Don't Miss Dave Matthews Band's 2025 Tour—Catch Them Under the Summer Sky
Don't Miss Dave Matthews Band's 2025 Tour—Catch Them Under the Summer Sky A summer concert at an open-air venue is pure magic. Warm breezes drift through the crowd, the sun sinks in a blaze of color, and the sounds of music and nature weave together into an unforgettable night. This summer, that magic will feel even more alive. The Dave Matthews Band, one of the most celebrated live acts in music history, is hitting the road for their 2025 tour, bringing their legendary show to outdoor stages across the Northeast. Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster, StubHub, and Vivid Seats—and they're expected to move fast. Tour Dates May 24: Bethel Woods Center for…

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by Vira Mamchur Schwartz
Southeast-Brewster, NY
Business
Brewster Music Lounge Founded By 'Tonight Show' Musician To Close: 'Fought For Culture' Brewster Music Lounge Founded By 'Tonight Show' Musician To Close: 'Fought For Culture'
Brewster Music Lounge Founded By 'Tonight Show' Musician To Close: 'Fought For Culture' A beloved Hudson Valley music and food spot created by a member of "The Tonight Show" house band The Roots is preparing to close its doors for good.  Uncle Cheef, located in Putnam County at 988 Route 22 in Brewster and run by The Roots saxophonist Ian Hendrickson-Smith and his wife, Jenny Cheef, announced on Friday, April 25 that it will shut down after Saturday, May 10.  In a heartfelt Instagram post, Hendrickson-Smith said the decision came "due to circumstances beyond" their control, writing, "This is not the future Jenny Cheef and I envisioned."  The couple opened …

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by Ben Crnic
Hackensack, NJ
News
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2025: See The Full List Of Music Legends Inducted Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2025: See The Full List Of Music Legends Inducted
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2025: See The Full List Of Music Legends Inducted The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced its 2025 inductees on Sunday, April 27 — and the list is packed with icons, trailblazers, and legends. This year’s honorees were revealed live by Ryan Seacrest during the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame episode of "American Idol."  The announcement sets the stage for a massive celebration when the class of 2025 is officially inducted this fall. Performer Category: Bad Company Chubby Checker Joe Cocker Cyndi Lauper Outkast Soundgarden The White Stripes Musical Influence Award: Salt-N-Pepa Warren Zevon Musical Excellence Award: Th…

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by Cecilia Levine
Paramus, NJ
Lifestyle
‘SNL’ Announces Lineup For Final Three Shows Of Season 50 ‘SNL’ Announces Lineup For Final Three Shows Of Season 50
‘SNL’ Announces Lineup For Final Three Shows Of Season 50 “Saturday Night Live” is ending its 50th season with a lineup that’s a true cavalcade of stars. Quinta Brunson will be hosting “SNL” for the second time on Saturday, May 3, with musical guest Benson Boone. Brunson, who has won multiple Emmys for her work on “Abbott Elementary” last hosted in Season 48, where she did skits about the horrors of being a bridesmaid, got into an argument while stuck in traffic, and played a drug dealer. Walton Goggins, star of “The White Lotus” will be hosting “SNL” for the first time on Saturday, May 10, with musical guest Arcade Fire. “ "White Lotus” star Aim…

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by Sam Barron
Newark, NJ
News
Four Legends, One Stage: The Queens Tour Brings R&B Royalty To The Northeast​ Four Legends, One Stage: The Queens Tour Brings R&B Royalty To The Northeast​
Four Legends, One Stage: The Queens Tour Brings R&B Royalty To The Northeast​ Four music legends on one stage. For the first time ever, Chaka Khan, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, and Stephanie Mills are coming together for a powerhouse tour that’s rewriting music history—“The Queens Tour: 4 Legends. 1 Stage.” This unprecedented event celebrates decades of timeless hits and showcases the unparalleled talent of these legendary artists.​ Each artist brings a legacy that helped shape the sound of soul, funk, and R&B. Chaka Khan, the "Queen of Funk," gave us hits like "I'm Every Woman" and "Ain't Nobody." Patti LaBelle’s ballads, including "If Only You Knew" and "On My…

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by Vira Mamchur Schwartz