Kendare Blake novels explore sibling rivalry, supernatural

Need a series to keep the mind occupied with an intriguing plot in which contains a sibling rivalry? If so, Kendare Blake (“Ungodly”) is the perfect author to look into.  Blake is the author of several novels and short stories,…

‘Easy on Me’ brings hope for upcoming Adele album

Adele (“Someone Like You”) released her latest single, “Easy On Me,” on Oct. 15, and it is easy to love. Set to release again on her newest album coming out on Nov. 19, “Easy On Me” is the perfect breakup/divorce…

Bold ‘When Christmas Comes Around…’ hypes listeners for holidays

Kelly Clarkson (Wrapped in Red) released her ninth studio album “When Christmas Comes Around…” on Oct. 15 and it proves that it is never too early to get into the holiday spirit.  The album has 12 tracks, with four new…

Depressive ‘Working for the Knife’ concludes Mitski hiatus

Mitskisuki Laycock, known as Mitski (“Two Slows Dancers”), has released a new single titled “Working for the Knife” after years of silence following her “Be the Cowboy” album tour, along with a music video for the song. Mitski’s music fits…

Laker Review highlights movies to watch during Halloween season

Every October, Halloween fans make it a priority to revisit certain films in preparation for the Oct. 31 holiday. From “Beetlejuice” to “Hocus Pocus,” certain films have remained popular options for Halloween lovers to watch on a yearly basis, especially…

Anderson film “Licorice Pizza” highly anticipated, casting ideal

Paul Thomas Anderson  (“Phantom Thread”) promises the coming-of-age film of the year with the release of the trailer for “Licorice Pizza.” Set in the San Fernando Valley, 1973, “Licorice Pizza” follows the story of two teens “growing up, running around…

‘Music of the Spheres’ shows introspective, energetic Coldplay

Grammy Award winners Coldplay released their ninth studio album, “Music of The Spheres” on Oct. 15. The concept album is in many ways a journey into uncharted territory for the band, which has garnered worldwide popularity in the past with…

Crossword, Sudoko answers from Oct. 15

SUNY Oswego professor gives advice on Canada geese

If you have ever walked on SUNY Oswego’s campus, you have probably crossed paths with a Canada goose. And yes, it is ‘Canada goose.’ “It’s very common to hear people say Canadian geese, but that’s technically incorrect,” said Daniel Baldassarre,…

Story telling class returns to the cemetery

After a year away from the cemetery due to COVID-19, the SUNY Oswego storytelling class will be back in spooky scenery for the sixth annual Oswego Town Rural Cemetery: Ghost and History Storytelling Tour at 6 p.m. on Oct. 29. …