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Tuesday, November 9, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, November 9, 2010

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“Conan” debuts with solid ratings

Former “Tonight Show” Host/Comic, Conan O’Brien, appears to have made a triumphant return to late night TV. “Conan” debuted late night on TBS and according to The Wrap whipped the competition. In the Nielsen’s 56 metered markets, Conan rated a 2.8, Leno got a 2.7 , and Letterman a 2.5. On the TBS website today, the comedy network crowed about the late […]

Monday, November 8, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, November 8, 2010

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“Megamind 3D” big but not great at Box Office

The DreamWorks animation,”Megamind 3D,” debuted at the top of the weekend Box Office, with $46 million — but that was below expectation. The film had been expected to exceed the $50 million mark. Nevertheless, the debut was good enough to earn “Megamind 3D” the title of the number one film in the country. The family-friendly feature is about supervillians and superheroes battling […]

Monday, November 8, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, November 8, 2010

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Breaking News: A new Michael Jackson song — is it real or fake?

A cut from a new soon-to-be-released Michael Jackson album hit the airways and the Internet today and already there’s a controversy. The song, “Breaking News,” has the funky beat and sound of a King of Pop track — but is the voice that of the late superstar? That is the much-debated question today. Sony Records is releasing the album,”Michael,” next month on December 14, and reportedly has […]

Sunday, November 7, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, November 7, 2010

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City Buzz

Two candidates jump into the Burbank City Council race As of last Friday morning, two eager candidates, both with experience in city government, are off and running for two seats on the Burbank City Council. The first to sign up on the candidate’s list on Monday, November first, the first official day of the nomination period , Planning Board Vice-Chair, Emily Gabel-Luddy. Burbank Police […]

Sunday, November 7, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, November 7, 2010

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SAG & AFTRA reach a tentative agreement with Hollywood producers

Some good labor news in Tinseltown. Early this morning it was announced a tentative deal on a new contract had been reached with the Screen Actors Guild, the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, and the Hollywood producers. Talks began on Monday, September 27, between the actors’ representatives and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. During a marathon bargaining session over […]

Saturday, November 6, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, November 6, 2010

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Wind, clouds, sunshine, and maybe rain this weekend

So much for this morning’s raking of the leaves. When I looked outside around noon, my Burbank yard was covered with leaves from the Mulberry, Magnolia, and other trees — thanks to some strong winds whipping through the hillside area. Sure the sun is still out, but that may not be the case for long. There’s a chance of rain through […]

Friday, November 5, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, November 5, 2010

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Photo Gallery: Halloween flashback & upcoming Christmas haunt

Burbank Mayor Anja Reinke officially opened a haunted house The “Nightmare at the Museum” haunt was a smashing success. Steve Ferguson, Chair of the Burbank Park, Recreation, and Community Services Board and one of the organizers, reports over 2,800 people visited this Halloween haunt on California Street in Burbank last month. They raised more than $4,000 for the Family Service Agency of Burbank. The […]

Friday, November 5, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, November 5, 2010

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MSNBC suspends TV Host Keith Olbermann

Some negative fallout from Tuesday’s midterm election for MSNBC and its TV Host, Keith Olbermann. After a report surfaced that Olbermann had donated money to the campaigns of three Democratic candidates — he was suspended without pay today. Olbermann apparently violated company policy in making the political contributions. Olberman is the host of the popular MSNBC news and political commentary show, “Countdown […]

Friday, November 5, 2010

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, November 5, 2010

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Restoration of Grand View set to get underway next month

The gates of Grand View Memorial Park Cemetery in Glendale will be open this Sunday, a few weeks before the anticipated start of the restoration. By the order of Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Anthony Mohr, the struggling 120-plus-year-old cemetery will also be open for visitors on Sunday, November 21, as well as Sunday, December 5. In an e-mail update this week, […]