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BA Communication Studies, MA in Creative Writing, MFA in Creative Writing
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Fresh for February 2009, Evo Media Group launched DevHub, a free website platform which comes complete with hosting, tools and monetizing capabilities.
A review of SleepStream, a paid application for Apple Iphone.
Family-run Marty's Blue Room has serving up Cajun favorites in Northeast PA since 1984.
After seeing a bag of green M&Ms at a local drug store, I was brought back to junior high. Since the 70s, there has been a myth that green M&Ms are an aphrodisiac. Why? And what about the wearing green on Thursday myth?
Writer shares her experience of the new cleaning product from S.C. Johnson's Scrubbing Bubbles, the Scrubbing Bubbles Action Scrubber.
There are so many things in radio that happen between songs that most listeners don't give a second thought. Here I will define some of the terms for all the instances that happen between songs.
My fiance is restoring a 1969 Chevy C-10 pick-up truck. He's started an online search for parts and these are his top picks for websites to buy Chevy truck parts from.
When my insurance company denied my second medication, I did some research on natural ways to cure anxiety. Here are five ways to fight anxiety, in place or or in addition to, anxiety medication.
A Rapper and an R&B star. A pop star and a Latin hunk. A former childhood icon and one twisted rocker. These are just a few of the folks who are part of a new Country Music Television (CMT) series, Gone Country.
When it comes to all-night dining in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. and surrounding Northeast PA communities, there is no shortage of places to get your fix of everything from scrambled eggs to cheeseburgers.
One-third of all people experience "brain freeze." What causes these stabbing headaches, and how do they go away?
The bottom line is that when it comes to feminine hygiene, most women don't talk about it. And because they don't talk about it, it's ignored. Sweet Spot Labs hopes to change that.
Some folks say the music industry is just about the money. With so many songs about money, these folks could be on to something. Here is a look at some songs from the past few decades which are about getting rich-or the problems with getting rich.
In the world of entertainment, we've got plenty of multi-talented multi-taskers. Country music is no different.
Okay. I bet you read this title and said, "All country songs about drinking." Not true. Okay, close to true. However, not all country songs have liquors in the title. Here are some popular country songs with liquor in the title.
There are many songs across all musical genres that feature names of states, whether its a Broadway musical song about Oklahoma or Joni Mitchell singing about California, from sea to shining sea there are gobs of songs about states.
A look at country songs about cities.
In the first two parts to the Smashed Hits Series, I covered liquor and beer. In this final supplement, we'll cover the more 'generic' drinking songs which do not specify the vice-simply speak of alcohol and drinking it. Lots of it.
Okay. I bet you read this title and said, "All country songs about beer drinking." Not true. Okay, close to true. However, not all country songs have beer in the title. Here are some popular country songs about drinking beer.
There are many unique landmarks in the United States and beyond that have shapes in their names. Here is a look at a few 'famous shapes.
They were once young and ruled the country airwaves. Where are LeAnn Rimes, Jessica Andrews, Lila McCann, Billy Gilman, The Wilkinsons and The Clark Family Experience now?
The subprime mortgage crisis is in the news as often as the war and global warming these days. If you are affected by a mortgage company folding, here are some things you need to do.
Crystal Cave, located in the heart of PA Amish country, is one of the most popular natural attractions in Pennsylvania. The cavern is filled with unique rock formations and other geological creations.
They are still fighters of truth, justice and the American way. Corey Feldman and Jamison Newlander reprise their roles as the vampire-slaying Frog Brothers, Edgar and Alan in the much-anticipated sequel to 1987's cult classic, The Lost Boys.
A holiday memoir about a tree, a cop and a slight misunderstanding that could only happen to AC contributor, Donna T. (Written in third person)
When shopping for men, it's so easy to grab boxers, socks, sports items and bottles of liquor. But what if the men on your list are tired of the same-old, same-old? Here's a look at five unique gift ideas for the man who seems to have everything
Stupid.com offers funny stocking stuffers and gag gifts for everyone on your holiday gift list.
When it comes to holiday shopping for women, it can sometimes be a challenge-- especially if the woman on your shopping list seems to already have it all. From kitchen gadgets to accessories, here a five gift ideas that the women on your list probably don't have... yet.
Last time I was at Roadside America, I was just a kid, so things looked a lot bigger- but this roadside Pennsylvania attraction is definitely one to take in.
Historic hunting community near Benton, Pa. hotel serves up steak... and pins up dead animals.
Alvtia, a TwinLab company, makes a melatonin and peppermint blend, perfect for sleeping and dreaming well.
The "Original Seatbelt Bag" is created by Harveys Industries, started by a California husband and wife team, Dana and Melanie Harvey.
Looking for the answer of what last night's dream meant? Looking for a better night's sleep? The Dream Drawer, at www.thedreamdrawer.com has the answer to those and many more questions revolving around sleep and dreams.
A review of the debut release for memorist Augusten Burroughs.
A Conversation with Original CCR Drummer, Doug 'Cosmo' Clifford.
The Eastern PA Gay & Lesbian Film Festival will feature films and shorts from local and national filmmakers. The three-day event will also feature a luncheon and church service.
Gothic Surrealism artist Curtis Salonick featured in international journal, Silver Shotz.
College Misericordia, now Misericordia University is a small, private, Roman Catholic college located in the suburbs of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Pa. area.
Since 2000, IT professionals have been honored on the last Friday in July.
I gave myself an inner make-over, and I've never felt better. Here is a look at what I did to help myself.
A review of J/A/S/O/N Healthy Mouth Plus CoQ10 Gel Toothpaste.
A review of Cedar's Mediterranean Foods' Stuffed Grape Leaves.
Are TV execs trying to be environmentally-friendly or what? Here is a look at the different types of recycling going on with the boob tube.
Many grocery stores are offering customers the option of scanning and bagging groceries while they shop to save time.
AC Content Producer Donna T. gives the skinny on Silk Chocolate Soymilk.
A character guide to the villains in the She-Ra cartoon and toy line.
A look at the good guys in the She-Ra toy line and cartoon.
There are some great indoor and outdoor concert venues in and around the Wilkes-Barre and Scranton areas of Northeast Pennsylvania. And this summer promises to bring some of the best music acts of all time, as well as some new faces to the area.
Sno Mountain Ski Resort near Scranton, Pa. will open a new water park.
Frito-Lay introduced a new, healthier snack food product: baked fruit and veggie crisps.
Beyond Fallen, a Northeast Pennsylvania-based original heavy metal band captured the ears of the Netherland's Melissa Records.
Here is a look at some of the hottest zafus (meditation cushions or meditation pillows) available to those seeking to join the mind and body through the art of meditation.
A look at the many ways of getting here to there.
A review of a healthy salad topping, Soy Nuts from VegNat.
Start your day with a big bowl of tasty health food!
Pennsylvania may be a land-locked state, but one amusement park in the state still opened a 'boardwalk' this Memorial Day weekend.
Knoebel's Grove, Hershey Park and Dorney Park Offer Fun For All Ages
eHarmony.com, one of the nation's largest dating websites is being sued for its exclusing of gays and lesbians.
Where to eat and drink in and around Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
What's on tap in Wilkes-Barre?
A slew of national chains have begun to offer veggie burgers as a regular menu option. PETA even has an award ceremony dedicated to these burgers.
A taste-test of Burger King's newest item, the BK Veggie Burger
Many singers, actors and television personalities have made the jump to authoring children's books. Here is a look at a few famous people who published a story just for kids.
Over the years, many companies have enlisted the help of fictional characters to help sell products and services. Here is a look at past and present animated and costumed television stars who have starred in television commercials.
Which celebrities starred in commercials?
How to make the perfect grilled cheese, plus some variations!
Stafford loans do even become due until six months after the student graduates or finishes their studies. And when they do, there are options to fit any budget or lifestyle.
Many cultures have goddesses said to help bring life to the earth.
There is a pair of goddess from classical mythology that are a shining testament to creativity.
A look at Roman and Greek goddesses of love.
A talk with a local filmmaker on his co-produced move, An Occasional Fish
Girl Scouts is more than cookies: A look a major life lessons I learned from being a Girl Scout
Is it wrong that I am not totally excited about planning a wedding? I've never been one of 'those' girls. You know, the ones that sweetly chime, "I dreamed of the perfect wedding day since I was a little girl."
Newly open Tuesday Morning is a treasure trove of housewares.
The SoberX Hangover Free Topical Patch claims its patches allow users to "wake up renewed and refreshed."
1987's Adventures in Babysitting is being remade, and set to star some of today's hottest teenage actors such as Miley Cyrus and Raven Symone. As a celebration of the remake, here is a look at where the original Adventures in Babysitting stars are now.
Today, a new generation of stars are taking after their parents.
A look at former Mickey Mouse Club castmembers and where they are now.
Tasty Baking Company, perhaps best known for its Butterscotch Krimpets and Peanut Butter Kandy Kakes has released a limited edition version of their famous spongy snack: a lemon jelly-filled Krimpet called Alex's Lemon Krimpets.
A review of Old Country Buffet in Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
A look at drive-in movie theaters.
If you've always wanted to have a beer with your best friend--man's best friend, that is--you now can. Happy Tail Ale, a beer made just for dogs has hit the market.
Bill Keaggy's web endeavor GroceryLists.org has been turned into a book, Milk, Eggs and Vodka. In this article, Keaggy answers ten questions about his book, his collection and well, his shopping list.
Buddhism appeals to creative types, says Buddhist monk and professor Robert Thurman.
When hunger strikes in Hollywood, you may be surprised at how many notable folks opt for vegetarian food. Some embark on a vegetarian diet for ethical reason, some for health reasons and some, well, just because.
Adoptive parents raised some of the biggest names in entertainment. Whether it was in their genes or due to nurture, these adopted celebrities have made some serious careers in music, film and business.
80s rock and roll was all about loud guitars, hair and girls. That's exactly what music is still about for one Harrisburg-area tribute band.
Sleep & dreams is perhaps the final frontier of modern science. However, the world of the occult/magic have embraced the power of dreams, including the process called psychic dreamwalking.
All about HubPages.com, a site allowing users to submit content via one-page websites referred to as hubs.
Nearly five years of interning and part-time work paid off for recent college graduate Jillian Wydra, who now helps plan huge radio station expos.
Helpful tips to alleviate engergy expenses in the home.
Sometimes we don't me to NOT pay our bills: we may just be unorganized. This article gives some tips on how to better organize bills.
Stop throwing away money and save on groceries and clothes.
Forklifts and high tech lift trucks help stock, store, load and unload the things we need in every day life. Meet someone who works on them.
Learn about how a 'poor girl from Northeast PA' ended up in a rich London neighborhood in an interview with this fascinating young woman, who is studying abroad to the semester.
Engaged English couples are part of a growing trend: Green Weddings.
According a CDC report, the STD gonorrhea is among what they call other 'superbugs' that are resistant to common antibiotics
Bet you don't realize how much you actually spend at work! Here's how to keep more of your earnings.
Do you have a checking account? If not, you could be spending lots of unnecessary money.
I had a shocking moment at work the other day. Quite literally. Now, I'm prone to getting zapped every now and again, especially in the winter months. But I never experienced quite the shock as I did at work.
This two-man production team Track Masons is out to create and promote hip-hop music in Northeast Pennsylvania.
Sunless tanning is a popular alternative to the sun's harmful UV rays.
The 15,500-acre park offers outdoor enthusiasts lots to enjoy.
Now Cinderella and Prince Charming-like couples aren't the only ones who can marry in front of Walt Disney World's glorious castle. If a prince and prince wish to exchange vows, they now most certainly can.
The Shoppes at Montage, a two-year in the making project, recently celebrated its grand opening.
I've been a ChaCha guide for a few months now, and while I have made some extra dough helping people find exactly what they need on the Internet, I have also been able to promote my Associated Content articles.
Hooters is getting company. Soon, the popular theme restaurant with gals in tight tees taking orders won't be alone in the sexy waitress market. A "Girls Gone Wild" restaurant chain is also being planned.
Wedding planning for those in Wilkes-Barre, Scranton and surrounding areas may have just gotten a little easier with the introduction of an all-in-one online wedding planning guide.
In a certain school in the windy city, being a class clown could just score one a 4.0
A look at some of my favorite AC content.
With a boom in retail pharmacies coupled with an aging population, the need for pharmacy technicians is relatively high.
If my wedding night included a very physically painful experience, it would certainly be a night to remember. But, not for the right reason. Plain and simple, in most cases when a woman loses her virginity it is painful.
This article, I feel is a much-needed response to some rather conservative comments about sexuality that have been made on some racy AC content.
The 22 waterfalls at Rickett's Glen State Park are just a nugget of what the Northeast PA gem has to offer.
Ally Sheedy, Molly Ringwald, Emilo Estevez, Anthony Michael Hall and Judd Nelson make up the five-some of actors portraying the teenagers in The Breakfast Club. Where are they now?
It's been about 20 years since this group of actors was teens and preteens. Where are they now?
ChaCha.com offers internet users a new way to search for information online.
For over 11 years, this foursome has been entertaining folks in Wilkes-Barre, Scranton and as far as the Florida keys with a rockin' repertoire of new and classic rock, party hits and original music.
The results article-- how did the Sacred Heart Diet measure up?
I know that childhood obesity is a problem in America, but you know what? So is literacy. In this editorial, I will debate the Campaign for a Commercial Free Childhood and give them a 'slice' of how this reading initiative is a positive one.
While it breaks my heart that a woman lost her son, battled drug addiction and lost her life before she could really get to know her daughter, I am quite bewildered by the attention this pseudo-celebrity has received.
An AC writer shares her smoking pet peeves.
Several study results show that semen has health benefits, plus a breakdown of semen.
Corey Feldman. Sean Astin. Josh Brolin. Where are the ladies and gentleman of the Goonies gone since the movie that launched their acting careers?
Around this time of year, fish markets get busy. But why only during lent? Fish is a healthy option, no matter what time of year.
A guide to a career in phlebotomy.
Medical transcription is a rapidly growing field. This article will provide an overview of this hot and in-demand career
ABC has ordered up a pilot called "Cavemen," loosely based on the Geico cavemen who must face prejudice of the modern world.
AC writer DST tries the Sacred Heart Diet-- the first of a two-part series.
Famous faces bring awareness to gay & lesbian lifestyle.
Ways for new writers to get paid!
Career information on the HVAC R field (heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration), including job duties and training requirements.
AC content producer DST shares why she hasn't moved her dial off NPR in months.
Girl Scout cookies have virtually removed trans-fat from their recipe.
Choreographer Ric Silver told NPR this morning that folks are doing the Electric Slide wrong.
Sitting at a desk all day doesn't have to mean you can't move. Here's some tips for the office worker to stay in shape.
Survivor Cook Islands contestant J.P. Calderon came out to fans and the media by becoming the latest hunky, gay cover boy for Instinct Magazine.
A review of Campbell's Select Gold Label soups, Southwestern Corn and Blended Red Pepper Black Bean
An AC writer tells about her blizzard of a Valentine's Day-- and shares four ideas for other snowed-in couples.
PSAs that come from the urinal.
Eight questions to ask potential employers and what you can gain by asking them.
Which actresses and singers own plastic pleasures?
Carrying a large handbag can be fashionable, but heavy loads can cause neck, shoulder and back problems.
The 14th season of Survivor, in Fiji hits CBS airwaves on Thursday, February 8. Tribes will be divided by living conditions- one living the highlife, the other the low.
Did you know that next to water, oxygen and basic food, magnesium is the most important element your body needs? I didn't. So, I tried out Natural Calm, a magnesium supplement. Here's what I thought of it, plus some information on this element.
Green burials can save money and help the environment.
Sum Poosie-- with quite a provacative name-- stirs up well with liquor and beer, or serves as an energy booster on its own.
A rant about my mom's seemingly careless attitude about smoking-- even after my sister was prescribed an inhaler.
A review of the Santa Fe Quesadilla Maker by Salton.
Sheelah Kaye-Stepkin is as busy as ever at Torte Knox, a recreational cooking school on Hawley, Pa.
Amazon.com launched Askville.com, an online community where people are rewarded for answering and asking questions.
A guide to living with bad credit in Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
Ten gift ideas for $10 or less, plus four do-it-yourself ideas.
A New Orleans couple gives birth to a baby-- who grew from an embryo that almost didn't survive Hurricane Katrina.
Those receiving a platza massage literally get beat with tree branches.
AT&T's wireless brand became Cingular a few years ago. Starting this week, Cingular is converting back to AT&T, launching a huge and expensive ad campaign.
A California couple and the ACLU are battling California to give men the right to change their names upon marrying.
A San Antonio adoption agency also can provide embryos to infertile parents-- which is raising some legal and ethical questions.
A look at the 2006 Word of the Year contenders.
Coming out as an ally of the LGBT community is important in the fight for equal rights. This article first appeared in the Rainbow Journal.
An interview with a Wilkes-Barre, Pa. man, trained by Dee Dee Corey, on how to make vintage-looking lampshades.
7 quirks that make me a total undomesticated female. I do not think I require any redeeming "housewife" qualities except cooking.
Untapped resource for promoting your AC content.
An overview of four great websites for freelance writers looking to write for magazines. Learn more about MediaBistro, MastHeads, WoodenHorse and Ed2010 today, and get published tomorrow!
Ed2010.com is a comprehensive job/internship/resource/advice site ran by young editors and editorial assistants.
Parents stunt physically and mentally disabled daughter's growth in order to care for her at home.
Brooks and Dunn's 2003 release of Steers and Stripes reviewed.
In 2002, Garth Brooks said he was retiring. This is a review of one of his last CDs released. Since then, however, he was made more music!!
Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, affects people each year, giving them a true blue case of the winter blues. This article gives some tips on how to combat SAD-- and get happy!
Three people were arrested in Scranton last week for videotaping a toddler-- who was smoking and drinking.
Nickel Creek is a trio of youngsters that stormed onto the country and bluegrass scene in the early 2000s. This is a review of their first commercial release.
Reporter Donna Talarico tackles indoor rock climbing when the Wilkes-Barre Rock Climbing Gym first opened.
A review of 2003's Pull My Chain, from Toby Keith
Darryl Worley's third album, Have You Forgotten spawned some great radio success for the country newcomer. While Worley somewhat fell off the charts as of late, the album's title track still haunts America.
As an assignment for a local paper I had the chance to skydive on a local TV show. This is a story that captured my experience skydiving.
A excerpt from a bigger feature story once written by myself and three others, this article compares the real lives of a CSI forensic scientist and a talk-show host to Gil Grissom and Fraiser.
A new device from Apex Fitness promotes weight loss and better health. The Boddybugg counts calories consumed vs. calories burned-- and connects to the internet portal to monitor results.
An interview with Nickel Creek guitarist Sean Watkins, which originally ran prior to a Scranton, Pa. concert.
In 2003, AC content producer Donna Talarico had the chance to speak with WWE star Molly Holly when she was in town promoting an upcoming show. At this point in WWE history, she had just gone brunette from blonde, and turned into a 'good girl.'
Circles on the Square has been a mainstay in downtown Wilkes-Barre for a long time. New eateries and businesses have recently popped up in the area, but Circles has maintained its place as the best place to get a sandwich downtown.
A guide to where to meet someone based on your personality-- a somewhat tounge-in-cheek, and somewhat real guide for singles on the dating scene.
Ten things to keep on hand in your office that coworker often need to help them in a bind.
A Virginia judge ruled Friday that prohibiting kosher foods from an inmate is a violation of his rights.
"Kids, Have You Seen My Backpack....?" offers 22 inspirational stories about adult learners, making this a great holiday or birthday gift for non-traditional students or educators.
Downtown Wilkes-Barre is on the upswing with new restaurants and entertainment venues. This article explores the eight newest things to do.
Whether you are getting ready to graduate high school, or are thinking about starting school a little later in life, perhaps you overlooked a great educational option: attending a career school.
The latest business to join the revitalization efforts in downtown Wilkes-Barre is Bart & Urby's Downtown Bar and Bistro.
When it comes to buying music in the Greater Wilkes-Barre area, there is no is no shortage of places to trade in your dollars for discs. Or, your discs for dollars for that matter.
AC Content Producer Donna Talarico interviews salon owner Erica Demchak about the reusable True Hair Extensions, the latest trend in hair extensions.
Local comedian Joe Ohrin has been making people laugh in Wilkes-Barre-- and across American for years. This is an e-mail interview between he and AC content producer Donna Talarico from 2005.
Colon hydrotherapy provides a way to rid the body of toxins, as well as to hydrate the body and even flatten the tummy.
Even the most determined, inspired and motivated can be brought down. Naysayers are everywhere: our friends, our coworkers and even our parents and siblings. This article give advice on how to avoid the naysayer.
How-to article on how to make chili, plus tips on serving and what to do with leftovers.
The Pocono Mountains in Northeast Pennsylvania is considered America's playground. Sure, the Poconos are known for being a honeymoon resort Mecca, but there are some great campgrounds, too.
Human touch is nearly impossible to duplicate. However, some companies have come pretty darn close.
A career in massage therapy can be rewarding. Becoming a certified massage therapist can be even more rewarding.
As a kid, AC contributor Donna Talarico's mother started a creative Christmas tradition that allowed her daughter to have some fun... and her to catch some extra Christmas morning ZZZ's.
Where to check out Christmas light displays in and around Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, PA this year - and every year. Many holiday traditions are found in this area!
They say the holidays are a time for giving. These gift ideas are perfect for all types of folks and as an added bonus, your purchases will also help out a good cause.
Associated Content contributor Donna Talarico learned she had high cholesterol. Here is what she is doing to lower it.
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