Chief: I didn't try to sell Parker-Broderick items

An eastern Ohio police chief accused of breaking into the home of the woman who carried twins for Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick says he never discussed selling items from the home.

Suspended Martins Ferry Police Chief Barry Carpenter testified Friday at his trial on burglary and other charges. He says he went into the woman's home after he saw a basement door open while on routine patrol.

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'New Moon' midnight showings earn record $26.3 mil

"The Twilight Saga: New Moon" has set a box-office record for midnight screenings.

Wesley Snipes appeals 3 tax convictions in Georgia

Wesley Snipes' attorneys asked a federal appeals court Friday to review an "unreasonable" three-year prison sentence for the film star, who was convicted a year ago on federal tax charges.

Riders in the Sky here Sunday

Members of Riders in the Sky, appearing Sunday at Hanford’s Historic Fox Theatre, are known as the keepers of the flame passed on by Gene Autry and Roy Rogers.

For 30 years they have remained true to Western music, but have also become modern-day icons with their own genre of wacky humor and Western wit. They encourage buckaroos and buckarettes to live life “The Cowboy Way!”

Country-western singer Messina brings 'Music Room' to Valley

Touring with just three of her musicians, Messina will perform scaled-down versions of her No. 1 singles, favorite covers and songs she's written but not yet recorded. The intimate setting will allow fans to interact with Messina, who will answer questions, take requests and talk about some of the stories behind her songs.

Warrant: Drug in Jackson case came from Vegas firm

Michael Jackson's doctor bought a powerful anesthetic in Nevada and had it shipped to California, where it was found at the pop singer's bedside after he died, court documents released Friday show.

Search warrant records released despite objections by Los Angeles police revealed that investigators found receipts in Dr. Conrad Murray's Las Vegas medical office showing he purchased the sedative propofol from Applied Pharmacy Services on May 12.

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Britney Spears' ex sentenced to jail

Britney Spears' ex-boyfriend Adnan Ghalib is being sent to jail for 45 days for leaving the scene of an accident.

Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert ready for AMA stage

Jennifer Lopez plans to include fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance at the American Music Awards. "American Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert will incorporate leather and chains into his.

You don’t even have to be a 'Star' to eat there

When a place has been part of a town's dining tradition for more than 100 years, there's usually a good reason why. It's no different with Hanford's "Star Restaurant," which has served up hot and tasty food in its Sixth Street location since the year 1900.

The Star is the kind of place you go when you're in the mood to take a trip back in time, to an era when you could walk into a casual dining establishment, take a seat at the counter or at a booth, and watch the action around you as you perused the local paper and made yourself at home. If you happened to be dining at The Star, you might even look out the window and watch the trains as they passed by on the old Southern Pacific tracks.

Local lodge breakfast benefits local veterans

Breakfast — it’s commonly known as the most important meal of the day. But a small group of volunteers in Visalia have given it some added importance. 

Unlock your pantry's potential with online meal planning tools

(ARA) - Recipe and food-related Web sites have recently exploded in popularity, in part due to consumers who have cut back on dining out. Online resources like AllRecipes.com and TasteofHome.com have experienced a 10 percent rise in traffic, with more cooks searching by ingredient rather than by recipe, according to a 2009 eMarketer study.

The Internet is full of recommendations for inspirational meals, suggestions for planning dinners in advance, or tips on everything from organizing and sharing recipes to calculating ingredient quantities. Here are some places to get started, even if it's 5 p.m. and everyone's asking, "What's for dinner?"

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Resolve tough holiday stains with expert tips

(ARA) - According to a recent survey of 50 top parenting, style and entertaining bloggers, 94 percent plan to entertain this holiday season. Decorating the house with seasonal decor and linens is part of the holiday tradition for many families. However, more than 84 percent of hosts anticipate they'll have to throw away linens following the celebration.

Eat healthy - even while on the go

(ARA) - Busy schedules and holiday activities can keep you on the run, making it hard to eat healthy at this time of year. There are times when you miss a meal and over-indulge at a later hour, but with a little snack preparation, you can stay on schedule and on track with healthful eating habits.