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Rising gas prices have left many consumers feeling...

Stimulus packages, an increase in jobs and a decrease in automobile prices are all great things. However, what does that mean for gas prices? How do tensions in the Middle East and a boom in economic growth in Asia affect gas prices around the world? All of these variables are going to factor into the price of gasoline for automobiles, not only this summer, but even more so next year. Full story

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last year's concert sets HIGH EXPECTATIONS

SAB announces 'Mavfest 2011' in place of last year's spring concert

You may remember it as one of the biggest events at Medaille College. Last year's spring concert, featuring New Found Glory, was a widely renowned success, bringing much of the campus out for a fun and free (for students) night of music and friends. Coming into this school year students expected another great end of the year concert.

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We carry our cell phones around everywhere we go and use them constantly

Today there is no excuse for missing a phone call or not texting back right away. When you say you weren't by your phone, that's a lie. Let's face it, the only believable reason for not answering is saying your phone was dead (and we know that never happens).

New series at Medaille motivates women to succeed

Christine Ziemba gives girl power a whole new meaning. Speaking at the kick off event for the Outstanding Women Lecture (OWL) series at Medaille College on March 16th, Ziemba spoke about the obstacles she faced becoming the first female police officer in the Town of Cheektowaga in 1976 at the age of 21.

Local Pride spreads worldwide

Senior Communication major and Buffalo Jill, Stefanie Jannotti, returns from the Middle East

Stefanie Jannotti, Senior Communication major, places her passion on the sideline; the stadium sideline. Jannotti dreams of becoming an NFL Sideline Reporter for ESPN, and credits the Bills as a major reason she likes Buffalo. Jannotti is also a fifth year Buffalo Jill cheerleader. Full story

THRILLER

"Perfection is not just about control, it's also about letting go". This line stated by character Thomas Leroy (Vincent Cassel) captures the essence of the movie Black Swan. Black Swan is a psychological thriller starring Natalie Portman playing the role of an over-zealous ballerina named Nina Sayers.

WEEZY F. BABY rocks B-lo

"Before I start I have to say something: Number 1. I believe in God, number 2. I am nothing without you, and number 3. I am nothing without you!" said Lil Wayne before the start of his act at his I Am Music Tour II concert. On March 18th Travis Barker, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne played a sold out HSBC arena, and put on the performance of a lifetime.

Feel the power of the POLE

Some may think it's inappropriate. Some may even think it's trashy. But Chelsea Green brushes off the criticism and loves her job. You may be wondering what she does for a living. That's right ladies and gents, Chelsea Green owns her very own pole dancing studio! The discovery of Pole Play After realizing she was unhappy with her chosen career choice at the time, Green decided she wanted to work for herself and do something unique and original.

Flying High

Men’s Volleyball looks to turn their latest tear into a Championship.

The Men's Volleyball team at Medaille has been a staple of success over the last few years. They had an unbelievable run last year and were ranked nationally this preseason. And they didn't disappoint. After a strong start to the season where the team won their first nine games, the Mavs hit a bump in the road losing four of their next five games but since February 19, the team has been unstoppable going 11-0 during that stretch. Full story

Baseball swinging their way into spring

The sun is shining, the smell of fresh cut grass is in the air, and there is not a cloud in sight. Hey, I can dream can't I? Believe it or not, spring is on its way. That means it's time for baseball, and what a season it looks to be for the Mavs.

Mavs Softball team looking to bounce back from spring

An all new look to the Mavs softball team has presented some early challenges and struggles on the diamond thus far. A new head coach is the biggest change for the program this year. Dave Polechetti enters his first season after previously coaching at Fredonia High School.

Lacrosse teams start season

After a rough beginning to last season, which saw the Women's Lacrosse team lose seven straight, they ended the season winning three out of five. This is a streak the Lady Mavs would hope to carry into 2011. The team will look to their senior leaders in Marilyn Meyer, who led the team in scoring in 2010 with 26 goals, and Jody Lang who returns to attack after playing in goal last year.