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Mayor Of Lake George Attempts To Bargain With Profane T-Shirt Store
Do I look like a give a f---? The acronym for that phrase, Dilligaf, is familiar to those who frequent Canada Street in Lake George. Dilligaf is one of the stores that sells shirts and other novelties with naughty words on them. Safe to say, if you don’t want your grams to have a stroke, you wouldn’t want to wear any of their clothing or accessories to Thanksgiving dinner.
Did Rihanna Get Shizz Faced And Kicked Out Of A Concert? [VIDEO]
This video is titled “Rihanna looks totally drunk at the Kings of Leon concert in Poland.” The only thing questionable is whether or not the stumbling chicken head is, indeed, Rihanna.
80 Arrested, 1 Death, Lots Of Hilarious Mugshots at Saratoga Phish Concert [PHOTOS]
And they say hip hop concerts bring out the “worst crowds?” SMH!!! Three consecutive “Phish” shows were held at Saratoga Performing Arts Center last weekend. It lead to 80 arrests and 1 DEATH! DAMN, SON!
Action Bronson Working On A Cooking Show!
My momma always told me, “Don’t trust a skinny cook.” There are obviously exceptions to the rule, but its food for thought (pun intended). Queens native, and rising hip hop star, Action Bronson, didn’t get his Rick-Ross-like physique from eating like a bird. It shouldn’t be surprising that the hefty rhyme slinger knows how to cook just as well as he knows how to eat.
Ice Cube Calls Dwight Howard ‘Dwight Coward’ OUCH!
You’d be hard pressed to find someone who has as much pride in their birthplace as Ice Cube. The Los Angeles native took the stage in his hometown on Sunday night and took the opportunity to express his thoughts on basketball player, Dwight Howard’s decision to leave the Lakers for the Houston Rockets.
Local HOTtie – Renee Nicole from Hopewell Junction!
The Albany area has some of the most beautiful women on the planet. Why wouldn’t we showcase them? Get to know Local HOTtie, Renee Nicole from Hopewell Junction!
Congrats To Stephanie Terry From East Greenbush – Our Jay-Z + JT Contest Winner!
Congratulations to Stephanie Terry from East Greenbush! Stephanie won our contest via the Hot Spot to go see Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z in Chicago!
Jay-Z Posts Lyrics To ‘Holy Grail’, ‘Heaven’, and ‘Oceans’
Jay-Z is gearing up to drop his 12th studio album, Magna Carta Holy Grail, on July 4th. Jay will also be co-headlining a stadium tour with Justin Timberlake. Jigga has been getting fans ready for the project by posting the lyrics to several tracks on his Google Play app. The Justin Timberlake assisted track, Holy Grail, was the first, Oceans, featuring Frank Ocean, is the latest.
Ludacris Being Sued For Allegedly Stealing The Concept Of 2010’s ‘Sex Room’ Track
Ludacris dropped a new mixtape, #IDGAF, a few months back. It’s been about 3 years since he’s dropped a commercial studio album, though. A song off that album, Battle of the Sexes, may end up costing the Atlanta rapper a pretty penny.
Jimmer Fredette Holding Basketball Camp In Saratoga This Week
It’s always nice to see celebrities remembering where they came from. Glens Falls High School basketball star, and current member of the Sacramento Kings, is holding his Jimmer Jam Camp in Saratoga this week.
Central Park Pool Now Open In Schenectady!
Mechanical issues delayed the opening of Central Park Pool for several days. Good news, Schenectady peeps! Now, you’re free to put on your trunks and take a dip. The pool opened earlier today. Central Park Pool is open Monday – Friday 12:30pm – 6:00pm and 1pm – 6pm on Saturdays & Sundays.
PREACH! How One Girl Feels About Hot Weather [VIDEO]
Here in the north east, we all pray for long summers and short winters. According to this woman’s commentary, maybe we should be more specific with what type of weather we’re really asking for.
Kanye’s ‘Yeezus’ Is The Number One Album
The album sales competition was heavy this week with Kanye, J. Cole and Mac Miller all releasing new projects on the same day. It’s not surprising that Kanye’s “Yeezus” ended the week in the top spot, but the race was closer than I expected.
Schenectady Woman Danielle LeClair MISSING
A woman went missing near Nott Street late Sunday night/early Monday morning. 33 year-old Danielle LeClair was last seen wearing a black tank top and Capri denim pants.
Drake Uses His Grammy Award Like A Shot Glass! [VIDEO]
Is there anything more exciting than receiving a package in the mail? It doesn’t matter if you know what it is or not, it’s a thrill to peel away the tape and dive in like it’s Christmas morning. By his response of, “I know what it is!” it’s safe to say Drake has been anxiously awaiting the arrival of his Grammy award.
Hip Hop Album Release Dates – Jay-Z ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail’ + More
Hip Hop fans nearly blew their lid when news broke of a new Jay-Z album coming on July 4th. The announcement came out of nowhere! Ohhhh, that Jay, always keeping us on our toes!
WWE 2K14 Trailer + Roster [VIDEO]
If you read my articles on the reg, you know I have a certain affinity for the NBA 2K series of video games. In my personal opinion, they’re the greatest sports simulations of all time. The developers, 2K Sports, have recently acquired another “sport” experience to bring to gamers. After THQ filed for bankruptcy, 2K picked up the license to bring a new WWE offering to PS3 and Xbox 360 this October
Local HOTtie – Shelby Hansen from Melrose, NY!
The Albany area has some of the most beautiful women on the planet. So why wouldn’t we showcase them? Get to know Local HOTtie, Shelby Hansen from Melrose!
Changing Money With Magic Prank – This Dude Is NICE! [VIDEO]
David Blaine aint got sh*t on this dude! The “Street Magic” creator could levitate, which was pretty dope. But he also used to do that thing where he’d take a bite out of a quarter. Why you gonna waste money like that? This dude has it all figured out, though.
‘Yeezus’ Expected To Be Number One Album This Week
Numbers don’t lie, people. Even if you’re not a fan of Kanye West, you have to respect him. Even with stiff competition from the likes of J. Cole and Mac Miller, Yeezy is expected to have the number one album this week.
BEHIND THE SCENES Of ‘Twerk It’ Video W/ Nicki Minaj + Busta Rhymes [VIDEO]
It’s always nice to take an inside look at how artists create records. A new vlog takes you behind the scenes of the recording process and video shoot for the Busta Rhymes single, Twerk It, with Nicki Minaj.
Game Will Pay For People Who Get A Ticket In New Jersey For Pants-Sagging
One of Compton’s favorite sons, Game, has volunteered to assist pants-saggers on the opposite coast line. Wildwood, New Jersey will start enforcing an anti-pants-sagging law starting next month. Game (who isn’t a fan of wearing his pants on his waist) weighed in on the new ordinance with TMZ.
Selling Novelty Lighters Now Illegal In New York State
If you want to fireworks, you have to leave the state. Now, if you want one of those novelty lighters that makes all your friends say, “WHOA! That’s dope!,” you’ll have to leave the state too.
Songs My Parents Were Listening To When I Was Conceived
It doesn’t take a math genius to estimate the date you were conceived (subtract 9 months, dummy). This website adds a whole new level of creep-factor, though. A lot of people know what song was on when they lost their virginity, but what song was on when your parents were making you? Yeah… pretty creepy… but… cool? I’m still trying to decide.
Rihanna Hits Fan In The Head With Her MIC! [VIDEO]
A video recently went viral of a fan grabbing Beyonce’s boo-tay during a concert performance. Bey handled the situation with grace, but not all celebrities take that route.
Tyler The Creator Gives Free Clothes To The Homeless! [VIDEO]
Tyler, The Creator is one of the oddest people in music. Fitting that he’s the leader of a group called Odd Future. He’s adored by fans who admire his willingness to push the envelope with his lyrics and actions, and hated by critics for the same reasons.
What Does UOENO Mean?
A lot of people have been asking me what UOENO stands for. Actually, it doesn’t “stand” for anything. Say it out loud, as quickly as you can and you’ll understand why.
WWE Kaitlyn NIP SLIP Wardrobe Malfunction On Monday Night Raw [PICTURES]
Live television is exciting! Anything can happen. Here’s a great example. One of WWE’s Divas, Kaitlyn, suffered a nip slip on this week’s Monday Night Raw.
Keanu Reeves Directorial Debut – MAN OF TAI CHI Trailer
Keanu Reeves is about to make his directorial debut in “Man of Tai Chi.” The movie, set in Beijing, looks like a kung fu Mortal Kombat.
Local HOTtie – Christina From Rotterdam!
The Albany area has some of the most beautiful women on the planet. So why wouldn’t we showcase them? Get to know Local HOTtie, Christina from Rotterdam!