Albany Times Union (Albany, NY) back issues from February 2007:
Spirits soar as products find niches.(Life - Food)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: WILLIAM M. DOWD When you have an industry that has shown nothing but growth in this century, everybody wants to get into the act. From nondrinking mogul Donald Trump's new self-named vodka to Redcliff, a cola-based liqueur with an American West label theme, ...
you review.(Preview)(Concert review)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Toby Keith fans pointed out that we muffed the title of his acting debut in our review of his concert at the Times Union Center -- it's"Broken Bridges," not "Burning Bridges" -- and then did a little flaming of their own: "His fans don't care how much he advertises for his ...
'Lambs' DVD has little new.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: JEN CHANEY - Washington Post There can only be one reason why MGM decided to issue yet another DVD version of "Silence of the Lambs" ($26.98), and that reason can be summed up in two words: "Hannibal Rising." The studio is clearly hoping to raise awareness about the ...
'Dreamgirls' relies on old stereotypes.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: ANN POWERS - Los Angeles Times Jennifer Hudson, Golden Globe winner, Oscar nominee and wailing embodiment of the American dream, is today's hottest new star. Arguing against that is like arguing against the weather. Various writers have described Hudson's turn ...
Picks of the week - Feb. 1-7.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... TODAY ECCE HOMO(SEXUAL) Terrence McNally's "Corpus Christi" re-imagines the story of Christ: In this version, the apostles are gay and the Passion plays out in modern-day Texas. Needless to say, it caused quite a ruckus on its debut in 1998. The opening was, in ...
O'Toole reigns in reissue.(Preview)(Video recording review)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: Los Angeles Times Long before his Oscar nomination for "Venus," screen legend Peter O'Toole gave one of his most accomplished performances - for which he received his second Oscar nomination - in the 1964 drama "Becket." The drama has been out of the public eye for years ...
Willis settles lawsuit filed against childhood friend.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: Associated Press LOS ANGELES - Bruce Willis has settled a lawsuit filed against his childhood friend over allegations the man tried to extort at least $100,000 from the actor, Willis' publicist said. The lawsuit filed in August accused Bruce DiMattia, who was ...
Accused of piracy, teenager countersues.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: JIM FITZGERALD - Associated Press WHITE PLAINS - A 16-year-old boy being sued by five record companies accusing him of online music piracy accused the recording industry on Tuesday of violating antitrust laws, conspiring to defraud the courts and making extortionate ...
Landmarks.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Twin Bridges Officially the Thaddeus Kosciuszko Bridge, the structure ...
Sipping.(Life-Food)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Beyond Sauvignon blanc South Africa 2005 $10.99 A LIGHT floral fragrance, with a steely acid backbone and a hint of sweetness as an ...
Summer of firsts planned for Williamstown festival.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: Staff reports Three world premieres, the directorial debut of Kathleen Turner and the return of Broadway performer Kate Burton are among the offerings for the 2007 Williams town Theatre Festival. Under the artistic direction of Roger Rees, who marks his third ...
Band boosters to host Winter Color Guard show.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... CLIFTON PARK -- Band Boosters of Shenendehowa hosts the Shenendehowa Home Show of Winter Color Guard program at the Shenendehowa High School East Gym. The doors open at 4 p.m. for the 5:30 p.m ....
COMING ATTRActions.(Preview)(Theater review)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Keeping his word He said he'd be back and, true to his word, singer-songwriter Jimmy Webb returns to the WAMC Linda Norris Auditorium in Albany on Saturday, April 14. One of the few artists who became a star based mainly on his writing for other people (Glen Campbell, Richard Harris, ...
Mysterious 'Mr. Lee' Steely Dan frontman keeps his edge as he completes his solo trilogy.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: SEAN DALY - St. Petersburg Times I'm expecting a call from Donald Fagen, notoriously harrumphy frontman for jazz-rock smart alecks Steely Dan. But when my phone finally rings, it's a flak for the band with a mysterious "change of plans." Dial this number, the ...
Blended needs; Holmes Brothers mix blues and gospel for distinctive brand of soul.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: GREG HAYMES The fact that the Holmes Brothers' "State of Grace" is the first great album of 2007 should come as no surprise to fans who've followed the soulful trio since the late '80s, when they banged around the Capital Region at such clubs as Pauly's Hotel and the ...
Keaton knows best; Younger women _ including co-stars Moore, Graham _ look up to actress.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: EVAN HENERSON - Los Angeles Daily News Her character in the romantic comedy "Because I Said So" is an exasperating busybody who meddles outrageously in her adult daughters' lives. But on the film's set, Diane Keaton was part den mother, part mentor and - face it - part ...
BOY SCOUTS TO HOLD BLOOD DRIVE ON SATURDAY.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... CLIFTON PARK -- Boy Scout Troop 246 hosts a blood drive at the Clifton Park Elks Lodge, MacElroy Road, from 8 ...
Cabin Fever Song Fest scheduled for Saturday.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... GALWAY -- The eighth annual Cabin Fever Song Fest, sponsored by the Galway Lions Club, will be at 7:15 p.m. Saturday at the Galway High School auditorium. The event features Adirondack folk singers and ...
Movement framed; Choreographer works within the limitations of sculptor's Tang exhibit.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: TRESCA WEINSTEIN - Special to the Times Union Home means different things to different people. For some, it's a haven. For others, it's a place to escape from as quickly as possible. For artist Martin Kersels and choreographer Melinda Ring, who grew up in the same Los ...
Political convert; Inability to stay quiet any longer catapults James McMurtry's career.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: MICHAEL DEEDS - Knight Ridder Light-hearted anecdotes aren't what earned James McMurtry a reputation as a gritty, evocative storyteller. Yet, even for McMurtry, this phone interview initially felt a tad dour. The 44-year-old Texan was stuck on tour in Eugene, ...
Bars & clubs.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Tonight Ween drummer Claude Coleman Jr. shifts over to guitar and vocals as he leads his alt-rock 'n' soul combo Amandla into Red Square (388 Broadway, Albany) at 9 p.m., in support of "The Full Catastrophe," which was released earlier this month. Vomlette opens the show. ...
OFFBEAT.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Last chance: Albany Center Galleries celebrates its new downtown home (39 Columbia St., Albany) as well as its 30th anniversary with a wonderful members' exhibition that closes on Saturday. The new exhibit space is mighty impressive, and so is the exhibit of more than 75 works of art by ...
Valentine's Day basket raffle to benefit youth.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... WATERFORD -- The Friends of the Waterford Public Library are sponsoring a "How Sweet It Is" Valentine's Day basket raffle to benefit youth activities at ...
SCREEN test.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... It's the usual post-holiday, pre-Oscar lull at the theaters, but this week does bring us "The Messengers," the U.S. debut from the Hong Kong twin-brother directing team Oxide and Danny Pang. They join an already-large fraternity of brothers who choose to share the megaphone: 1 ....
ORDER UP: in BRIEf.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Carmen's Cafe, 198 1st St., Troy, 272-3011. Breakfast standards, Cuban sandwiches, empanadas. Eat in, takeout. Average entree: $6. Hours: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Dining room is accessible, but bathrooms are too narrow for wheelchairs. Reservations not required. Major ...
the CHECKLIST; this week's new releases.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... CDs NORAH JONES, "NOT TOO SOON." On her third album, the Starbucks and bookstore queen offers more mellow musings for harried soccer moms. LILY ALLEN, "ALRIGHT, STILL." Much buzz for this daughter of British actor Keith Allen. CELTIC WOMAN, "A NEW ...
Pizza Gram a plus for family-style dining.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: DAN SHER - Special to the Times Union I'm a stay-at-home dad. I wrangle kids for a living. I've seen it all. So, when it comes to that all-American of dining institutions, the "family-style" restaurant, I believe I speak from a place of authority. On the one ...
Pepper chicken is fast and good for you, too.(Life - Food)(Recipe)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: SARAH FRITSCHNER - (Louisville, Ky.) Courier-Journal Ethnic flavors continue to enchant American taste buds, and research shows our purchases of Asian foods in the grocery store are still climbing. Our pepper chicken recipe demonstrates some of the best ...
Museum of Dance to hold brunch and performance.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... SARATOGA SPRINGS -- The National Museum of Dance hosts a brunch at 11:30 a.m. Sunday. Food will be provided by The Lily and the Rose, and the event will feature a live dance performance by Tango ...
Bite-sized.(Life - Food)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Homemade wine contest OK, so you don't have an Uncle Sal who makes nifty homemade wine in his cellar, but you can feel like you do at the third annual Homemade Wine Enthusiast's Tasting and Competition on March 3 at the Italian Community Center in Troy. A panel of ...
We ought to rewrite the Mideast script.(Main)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: JOHN COLLINS As the situation in Iraq continues to deteriorate, American politicians and military strategists continue to demonstrate their failure to generate truly bold, creative ideas on how to break the cycle of violence. President Bush's recent decision to augment ...
It's only natural to be craving a bowl of soup this time of year.(Life - Food)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: ELLEN KANNER - McClatchy Ecclesiastes had it right - to everything there is a season. In December, I love being a 24-hour party person, but by January, I'm ready to cuddle up with a nice bowl of soup. Moosewood Restaurant in Ithaca wrote the book on healthful ...
Backyard NATURalist.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: CAROL COOGAN - Special to the Times Union Pure maple syrup is unique to North America. Especially in the Northeast, where maples prefer the gradual seasonal change, the trees reach a dormant cessation of growth in winter called "hardening." Sugar produced in ...
Letterman remains our late-night pal.(TV - RADIO)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: DAVID BIANCULLI - Daily News David Letterman celebrates his 25th anniversary as a late-night TV host by inviting back his first guest from his inaugural "Late Night" show on NBC, Bill Murray. If the gang at "Late Show With David Letterman" has any guts during ...
BIRTHS.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... BELLEVUE RITTNER, Logan Frances, son of Gwen Marie Martin-Rittner and Jason Frances Rittner, Ballston Spa, 9 lbs. 4 oz., May 25. DALY, Arayla Hope, daughter of Christina Maria and Christopher Thomas Daly, Schenectady, 7 lbs. 9 oz., May 25. MASCARO, Mason ...
Give students the best by supporting the library plan.(Main)(Letter to the editor)
Feb 01, 2007 ... As president of the Pine Hills Elementary PTA, I know that our school community is grateful to the voters and taxpayers of Albany for our beautiful new building. Indeed, that was the theme of our grand opening on Thursday, Jan. 11. We also appreciate the hard work of all those ...
Noteworthy.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Fundraiser for Gilda's Club A fundraiser for Gilda's Club of the Capital Region will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. on Wednesday at the Century House Restaurant on Route 9 in Latham. The event, "Give Your Heart to Gilda's," costs $40 to attend and includes a buffet, entertainment ...
Physician shortage in state is a growing concern.(Main)(Letter to the editor)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Cathleen Crowley's article of Jan. 17 offered an informative look at the numerous problems New York state's hospitals and health systems face in recruiting physicians. While the headline of the piece, "State's doctor supply ample," might reflect general statistics of a single ...
Museums need innovative programming and fundraising.(Main)(Letter to the editor)
Feb 01, 2007 ... The Times Union and staff writer Kenneth Crowe should be commended for their front-page coverage of an issue critical to all residents in the Capital Region in "Seeking relevance and revenue" (Jan. 21). A central thesis of the article was that museums' stewards of important ...
Times Union reveals a Democratic agenda.(Main)(Letter to the editor)
Feb 01, 2007 ... It annoys me that the Times Union, like so many other newspapers with a Democratic agenda, can't admit the fact that that's where its interests lie, so ...
Newspaper carrier was dedicated to job.(Main)(Letter to the editor)
Feb 01, 2007 ... I was deeply saddened to read in your Jan. 20 obituary column that David Yates, my newspaper carrier, passed away. I would like to acknowledge to his family and the Times Union that he was an exemplary carrier. David was always dependable, considerate and trustworthy ....
Losing candidate sues over count; Lawsuit cites alleged violations during fire commissioner vote.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: PAUL NELSON - Staff writer ROTTERDAM - In the end, Vincent Rusch lost big, but he contends Carman Fire District 3 officials broke the law by preventing him and his family from observing the ballots being counted in elections for commissioner in December. On ...
Party flavors; This Super BOwl, look to Chicago and Indianapolis when preparing snacks.(Life-Food)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: JENNIFER GISH - Staff Writer Perhaps you already appreciate the Chicago Bears' merciless defense and the Indianapolis Colts' maestro of a quarterback. So why not forgo the bean dip and wings at your Super Bowl party, and celebrate these two championship teams ...
Finally, school choice is gaining ground.(Main)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: GEORGE WILL Fifty-seven years later, the Sumner Elementary School in Topeka, Kansas, is back in the news. That city's board of education is still wrongly preventing the right people from getting into that building. Two educators wanted to use Sumner for a charter school, ...
A chorus of pet peeves, from both sides now.(Life-Food)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: STEVE BARNES - Staff Writer The most frequent restaurant pet peeve I hear from readers is this: servers who say, when picking up a check that is being paid in cash, "Do you need change with that?" That's never bothered me, but to many diners' ears it sounds ...
MEETINGs.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... ROTTERDAM ZONING BOARD Jan. 17 Denied a request for variances by Antonio Guida for a proposed two-lot subdivision that featured the construction of a new single-family house on an 18,750-square-foot lot in an agriculture zoning district at 167 Giffords ...
Gathering to celebrate Catholic schools; Teacher at Albany's St. Catherine of Siena School wins award from national educational association.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: MARC PARRY - Staff Writer ALBANY - Hundreds of Catholics from around the region are converging on Albany this week for an annual celebration of Catholic education. The theme of the 33rd annual Catholic Schools Week is "Good News in Education," and the good ...
Free tax help available at Mechanicville public library.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... MECHANICVILLE - The Mechanicville District Public Library will again offer free tax preparation with the help of AARP. Qualified volunteers will be at the library from 4 to 7 p.m. Mondays and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays from Feb. 3 to April 14. Participants should ...
Biologist to speak about moose at benefit dinner.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... MOREAU - The Friends of Moreau Lake State Park annual chili dinner will take place 6 p.m. Tuesday. The guest speaker will be Al Hicks, a wildlife biologist, who will ...
Dance school schedules auditions for performance.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... SARATOGA SPRINGS - The National Museum of Dance School of the Arts plans auditions for its spring performance on Saturday in the Swyer Studios. The schedule is 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for ...
Ethicist inspires sincerest form of flattery.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: MARC PARRY - Staff Writer You know your roommate's boyfriend is cheating. Should you tell? It's the kind of question you might ask Randy Cohen , a University at Albany alum who writes "The Ethicist" column in The New York Times Sunday Magazine. ...
Highs and lows; As his latest CD soars, Josh RItter's label closes up shop.(Preview)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: GREG HAYMES - Staff Writer It's a given that a career in the music business is a roller-coaster ride. But few artists have that lesson served up as powerfully and concisely as it was Jan. 12 for acclaimed up-and-coming singer-songwriter Josh Ritter. ...
Noteworthy.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Dance program The National Museum of Dance in Saratoga Springs and MVP Gold are sponsoring the Healthy Living Dance Program free for seniors from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. The program starts today and will be offered on Thursdays through July 12. Each class will focus on diet, ...
MEETINGs.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... WILTON ZONING BOARD Jan. 25 Tabled action on an area variance sought by Coldwell Banker Prime Properties on property on North Road. Amended an appeal by Richard Streicher for a proposed lot on 94 Blanchard Road, Gansevoort. Granted ...
County, town are blessed with open space.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Saratoga County and the town of Clifton Park are working together to help preserve the character of the county and the town through open space, including passive and active recreational land use. Open space also means undeveloped land, ravines, wetlands and wilderness that are ...
Taking issue with mayoral candidate Boyd.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Gordon Boyd, the leader of SUCCESS is running for mayor. While continually saying that the attempt to modernize Saratoga Springs government structure was "division and discord in distracting everybody from the big issues," it seems as mayor he would only let his opinions or supporters of ...
New governor, new budget, new challenge; Mr. Spitzer's $120 billion plan fulfills promises, but raises issues about priorities.(Main)(Editorial)
Feb 01, 2007 ... A s a candidate for governor, Eliot Spitzer promised a new day for New Yorkers - the end of business-as-usual in Albany and the dawn of an era of open and accountable government. As governor Mr. Spitzer had his first major opportunity to put his words into action Wednesday when he unveiled ...
Rosh Hashana remark stirs debate; Resident says she meant no offense by comment caught on tape at public meeting.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Byline: BOB GARDINIER - Staff Writer NORTH GREENBUSH - Board members sent a warning letter to Time Warner's public access officials this week regarding a comment from a citizen on a tape of a board meeting that could offend Jews. Peter Taubkin, vice president for ...
Noteworthy.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... Turkey dinner A roast turkey dinner is planned from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Troy Lodge of Elks. The lodge is located at 134 North Greenbush Road, Troy. The menu will include mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, rolls, coffee and dessert. The cost is $6.50. For more ...
Baptist church to hold marriage conference.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... NORTH GREENBUSH - East Greenbush Baptist Church will sponsor a marriage conference from 7 to 9 p.m. on Feb. 16 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Feb. 17 at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, 2 miles east of the intersection of routes 4 and 43, Wynantskill. The ...
Library invites teens to submit poetry for contest.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... EAST GREENBUSH - East Greenbush Community Library is planning its annual teen poetry contest. Teens can leave their typed poems in the teen section of the library through March 6. All poems should be typed with your name, phone number, school and grade attached on a separate ...
MEETINGs.(Capital Region)
Feb 01, 2007 ... BRUNSWICK TOWN BOARD Jan. 11 Accepted a resolution increasing the town water rates, being contingent upon the rate charged by the city of Troy. The board scheduled a public hearing for 6 p.m. Feb. 8 for public input regarding the matter. ...
Schenectady county calendar.(Capital Region)(Calendar)
Feb 01, 2007 ... TODAY COMMUNITY Cub Scouts Program: Space Where: Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady When: 6-8:30 p.m. Contact: 382-7890 Notes: Explore the sky and learn about stars, satellites, and other planets in the ...
Rensselaer county calendar.(Capital Region)(Calendar)
Feb 01, 2007 ... TODAY BINGO Germania Hall Where: 107th St. and Third Avenue, Lansingburgh When: 7 p.m. Contact: 237-5008 Notes: Doors open at 5 p.m. Rensselaer Elks Lodge Where: 683 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush When: 7:20 p.m. Notes: Doors ...
NHL Standings.(Sports)
Feb 01, 2007 ... EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division W L OT Pts GF GA New Jersey 30 15 6 66 134 120 Pittsburgh 24 17 8 56 165 153 N.Y. Rangers 25 22 4 54 149 151 N.Y. Islanders 23 21 6 52 149 148 Philadelphia 12 32 6 30 120 ...