http://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspxCision NavigatorThis is an XML content feed. It is intended to be viewed in a newsreader or syndicated to another site, subject to copyright and fair use.http://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2245 Realms of Fantasy has re-launched after going on hiatus in April. The magazine covers contemporary fantasy fiction, including author profiles, releases and reviews. It will publish bi-monthly. For further details, Contact 703-964-0361.Realms of Fantasy has re-launched after going on hiatus in April. The magazine covers contemporary fantasy fiction, including author profiles, releases and reviews. It will publish bi-monthly. For further details, Contact 703-964-0361.]]>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2242 Monica Bartoszek , Alan Wechsler , Marlene Kennedy  and Bill Callen have been laid off from the Times Union . Bartoszek was a senior editor; Wechsler, an outdoors columnist; Callen, a sports editor; and Kennedy, a business editor and columnist. For more information, contact 518-454-5694.Monica Bartoszek, Alan Wechsler, Marlene Kennedy and Bill Callen have been laid off from the Times Union. Bartoszek was a senior editor; Wechsler, an outdoors columnist; Callen, a sports editor; and Kennedy, a business editor and columnist. For more information, contact 518-454-5694.]]>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2240 Rachel Machacek left Active Interest Media and is no longer a senior editor at Timber Home Living or a managing editor with Log Home Living . Whitney Richardson  is now the acting managing editor of Log Home Living and associate editor of Timber Home Living. For more details, contact 703-222-9411.Rachel Machacek left Active Interest Media and is no longer a senior editor at Timber Home Living or a managing editor with Log Home Living. Whitney Richardson is now the acting managing editor of Log Home Living and associate editor of Timber Home Living. For more details, contact 703-222-9411.]]>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2239 Tasting Table recently launched a Chicago edition to its collection of regional food culture coverage in New York and Los Angeles. It discusses dining, wine, cocktails and cooking and profiles people in the restaurant business. It also features recipes from top chefs and bartenders. Visit http://tastingtable.com for more information.Tasting Table recently launched a Chicago edition to its collection of regional food culture coverage in New York and Los Angeles. It discusses dining, wine, cocktails and cooking and profiles people in the restaurant business. It also features recipes from top chefs and bartenders. Visit http://tastingtable.com for more information.]]>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2237 HotelChatter chronicles hotel stories from around the globe. It offers reviews, lodging details, deals, industry insight, gossip and humorous news. Visit www.hotelchatter.com  for more information. HotelChatter chronicles hotel stories from around the globe. It offers reviews, lodging details, deals, industry insight, gossip and humorous news. Visit www.hotelchatter.com for more information.

]]>Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2225 Joanna Bober recently left the staff of Glamour , where she served as lifestyle editor. Features director Veronica Chambers  is now handling lifestyle coverage. Bober is rumored to be joining the staff of InStyle on July 13, with a title yet to be determined. Bober formerly worked as a freelancer and has written feature stories for InStyle, Elle , The New York Times Style section, Marie Claire and Interview . For more information, please call 212-286-2860.Joanna Bober recently left the staff of Glamour, where she served as lifestyle editor. Features director Veronica Chambers is now handling lifestyle coverage. Bober is rumored to be joining the staff of InStyle on July 13, with a title yet to be determined. Bober formerly worked as a freelancer and has written feature stories for InStyle, Elle, The New York Times Style section, Marie Claire and Interview. For more information, please call 212-286-2860.]]>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2224 Scott Vogel , 202-334-7750, of The Washington Post was recently named editor of theater, visual arts and museums. He will oversee daily arts coverage starting July 27. He currently serves as a travel staff writer. In other news, Richard Leiby , 202-334-7325, has been named Sunday Style and Arts editor, after serving as the acting arts editor. He formerly served as the features assignment editor, music editor, columnist, and reporter for the paper. To learn more, please call 202-334-6000.Scott Vogel, 202-334-7750, of The Washington Post was recently named editor of theater, visual arts and museums. He will oversee daily arts coverage starting July 27. He currently serves as a travel staff writer. In other news, Richard Leiby, 202-334-7325, has been named Sunday Style and Arts editor, after serving as the acting arts editor. He formerly served as the features assignment editor, music editor, columnist, and reporter for the paper. To learn more, please call 202-334-6000.]]>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2223 Alessandra Foresto , 212-903-5107, recently joined the staff of O, The Oprah Magazine as a beauty editorial assistant. The magazine was established in 2000, and is written as a women's personal growth guide. For more information, please call 212-903-5000.Alessandra Foresto, 212-903-5107, recently joined the staff of O, The Oprah Magazine as a beauty editorial assistant. The magazine was established in 2000, and is written as a women's personal growth guide. For more information, please call 212-903-5000.]]>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2222 Mindy Farabee , 213-229-5327, has decided to leave  The Los Angeles Daily Journal , where she serves as a staff writer covering entertainment. She will be leaving at the end of July 2009. Jean-Luc Renault , 213-229-5333, will be taking over the entertainment beat for the paper. For more information, please call 213-229-5300.Mindy Farabee, 213-229-5327, has decided to leave The Los Angeles Daily Journal, where she serves as a staff writer covering entertainment. She will be leaving at the end of July 2009. Jean-Luc Renault, 213-229-5333, will be taking over the entertainment beat for the paper. For more information, please call 213-229-5300.]]>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2221 Joseph Freed and Shane Farley were recently promoted to co-executive producers at the Rachael Ray show. They oversee content and handle the structure of the show. Freed formerly served as a senior producer for the show and Farley formerly served as a supervising producer. For more information, please call 917-332-3100. Joseph Freed and Shane Farley were recently promoted to co-executive producers at the Rachael Ray show. They oversee content and handle the structure of the show. Freed formerly served as a senior producer for the show and Farley formerly served as a supervising producer. For more information, please call 917-332-3100.

]]>Thu, 09 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2206 Timi Talks is a new blog for dog lovers. Timi Romolini writes the blog and offers information on caring for dogs, including insight into pet behavior and health. For more information, visit  http://timitalks.com .  Timi Talks is a new blog for dog lovers. Timi Romolini writes the blog and offers information on caring for dogs, including insight into pet behavior and health. For more information, visit http://timitalks.com. 

]]>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2205 The Web site TeeBeeDee is shutting its doors as of July 13. It serves as a social networking site for baby boomers and was founded by Robin Wolaner , who previously founded Parenting Magazine .  The Web site TeeBeeDee is shutting its doors as of July 13. It serves as a social networking site for baby boomers and was founded by Robin Wolaner, who previously founded Parenting Magazine. 

]]>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2204 Music director Kristi Reif has departed WLLD-FM in Saint Petersburg, Fla. She first joined the station in 2007 and previously worked as an on-air personality and music director at WMBX-FM in West Palm Beach, Fla. For further details, call 727-579-1925. Music director Kristi Reif has departed WLLD-FM in Saint Petersburg, Fla. She first joined the station in 2007 and previously worked as an on-air personality and music director at WMBX-FM in West Palm Beach, Fla. For further details, call 727-579-1925.

]]>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2203 Asha Biney has left her position as an editorial assistant with InStyle . She is replaced by Alexandra Michler , 212-522-1605. For more information, call 212-522-1212. Asha Biney has left her position as an editorial assistant with InStyle. She is replaced by Alexandra Michler, 212-522-1605. For more information, call 212-522-1212.

]]>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2202 Yahoo! Sports is adding a reporter to its ranks. Marc Spears is leaving his position as a professional basketball reporter with The Boston Globe in order to join the site on July 20 as their new national NBA reporter. Spears had worked at The Boston Globe since 2007 and previously covered basketball for the Denver Post . He also wrote a column for ESPN.com . To learn more, call 310-907-2700. Yahoo! Sports is adding a reporter to its ranks. Marc Spears is leaving his position as a professional basketball reporter with The Boston Globe in order to join the site on July 20 as their new national NBA reporter. Spears had worked at The Boston Globe since 2007 and previously covered basketball for the Denver Post. He also wrote a column for ESPN.com. To learn more, call 310-907-2700.

]]>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2197 Slate has launched a new blog on culture.  Brow Beat is written by the editors and critics behind Slate, who offer their opinions on books, movies, music, television and all other things cultural. The blog is written by several staff members, including culture editor John Swansburg , columnist Seth Stevenson  and senior editor Daniel Engber . For further details, visit  www.slate.com/blogs/blogs/browbeat/default.aspx . Slate has launched a new blog on culture. Brow Beat is written by the editors and critics behind Slate, who offer their opinions on books, movies, music, television and all other things cultural. The blog is written by several staff members, including culture editor John Swansburg, columnist Seth Stevenson and senior editor Daniel Engber. For further details, visit www.slate.com/blogs/blogs/browbeat/default.aspx.

]]>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2188 Lisa Kennedy , well-known for her time as an MTV vee-jay, has joined Los Angeles Clear Channel radio station KYSR-FM as its morning on-air personality. She co-hosts the program Music in the Morning with KYSR-FM programming coordinator Darren Rose , who also serves as the show’s producer. Kennedy also co-hosts an evening weekday talk program called Kennedy & Suits with Bryan Suits on Clear Channel’s KFI-AM . For more information, call 818-559-2252. Lisa Kennedy, well-known for her time as an MTV vee-jay, has joined Los Angeles Clear Channel radio station KYSR-FM as its morning on-air personality. She co-hosts the program Music in the Morning with KYSR-FM programming coordinator Darren Rose, who also serves as the show’s producer. Kennedy also co-hosts an evening weekday talk program called Kennedy & Suits with Bryan Suits on Clear Channel’s KFI-AM. For more information, call 818-559-2252.

]]>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2187 Steven Cheskin  has returned to Discovery Communications as executive vice president of programming for TLC/The Learning Channel . Cheskin was previously senior vice president of programming for WE tv . His first stint with Discovery lasted 18 years; he held such titles as executive vice president of the Travel Channel and vice president of programming for TLC. Cheskin is based in TLC’s Silver Spring, Md. office. For more information, call 240-662-2000. Steven Cheskin has returned to Discovery Communications as executive vice president of programming for TLC/The Learning Channel. Cheskin was previously senior vice president of programming for WE tv. His first stint with Discovery lasted 18 years; he held such titles as executive vice president of the Travel Channel and vice president of programming for TLC. Cheskin is based in TLC’s Silver Spring, Md. office. For more information, call 240-662-2000.

]]>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2186 Mark Lisanti has joined Movieline as an editor at large. Lisanti is the founding editor of Defamer , a role he held until February 2008. He started Defamer in 2004 as an anonymous Hollywood insider. For more information, visit www.movieline.com . Mark Lisanti has joined Movieline as an editor at large. Lisanti is the founding editor of Defamer, a role he held until February 2008. He started Defamer in 2004 as an anonymous Hollywood insider. For more information, visit www.movieline.com.

]]>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2185 Golf in America is the newest show to hit The Golf Channel . The show features stories about fascinating individuals linked by the game of golf. Stories capture the spirit of the game while profiling stars and celebrating hometown heroes. Anthony Anderson , of Law & Order fame, serves as host while Paul Perrymore is the producer. For more information, call 407-345-4653. Golf in America is the newest show to hit The Golf Channel. The show features stories about fascinating individuals linked by the game of golf. Stories capture the spirit of the game while profiling stars and celebrating hometown heroes. Anthony Anderson, of Law & Order fame, serves as host while Paul Perrymore is the producer. For more information, call 407-345-4653.

]]>Tue, 07 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2173 Jon Zellner , senior vice president of music programming at SIRIUS XM Radio , is leaving his position at the DC bureau on July 15 to oversee programming at Clear Channel Radio. He will join Clear Channel Radio, a subsidiary of Premiere Radio Network , on July 20 as senior vice president of programming. Steve Blatter will continue to oversee music programming for SIRIUS XM from his New York office. For additional information, call 818-377-5300. Jon Zellner, senior vice president of music programming at SIRIUS XM Radio, is leaving his position at the DC bureau on July 15 to oversee programming at Clear Channel Radio. He will join Clear Channel Radio, a subsidiary of Premiere Radio Network, on July 20 as senior vice president of programming. Steve Blatter will continue to oversee music programming for SIRIUS XM from his New York office. For additional information, call 818-377-5300.

]]>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2172 The Navigator regrets to inform its readers that Steve Brennan , international editor for The Hollywood Reporter magazine has passed away. He covered the impact of television on people and society, and wrote news, trend and feature stories relating to the global TV business. Brennan also penned an international TV column, The Sharper Picture. The Navigator regrets to inform its readers that Steve Brennan, international editor for The Hollywood Reporter magazine has passed away. He covered the impact of television on people and society, and wrote news, trend and feature stories relating to the global TV business. Brennan also penned an international TV column, The Sharper Picture.

]]>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2171 Katherine Rizzuto has left her position as vice president and associate publisher of advertising at InStyle . She joined the staff in May 2008. Before that, she was the publisher of the Conde Nast Bridal Media group. For additional information, call 212-522-1212. Katherine Rizzuto has left her position as vice president and associate publisher of advertising at InStyle. She joined the staff in May 2008. Before that, she was the publisher of the Conde Nast Bridal Media group. For additional information, call 212-522-1212.

]]>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2170 Kontent Group Inc . has closed its offices and announced the halting of its publications. Inside Entertainment , FQ and Sir magazines have all gone on hiatus pending a future ownership change. For additional information call 416-367-7658. Kontent Group Inc. has closed its offices and announced the halting of its publications. Inside Entertainment, FQ and Sir magazines have all gone on hiatus pending a future ownership change. For additional information call 416-367-7658.

]]>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2160 O, The Oprah Magazine has named Susan Casey editor in chief of the magazine. She will start her responsibilities on July 20. She previously served as the development editor for Time Inc., from 2003 to 2007. Before that, she was the editor in chief of Sports Illustrated Women , a position she held from 2001 to 2003. Casey also spent two years as an editor at large for Time Inc., and consulted on publications such as Fortune and Entertainment Weekly . For more information, please call 212-903-5000.O, The Oprah Magazine has named Susan Casey editor in chief of the magazine. She will start her responsibilities on July 20. She previously served as the development editor for Time Inc., from 2003 to 2007. Before that, she was the editor in chief of Sports Illustrated Women, a position she held from 2001 to 2003. Casey also spent two years as an editor at large for Time Inc., and consulted on publications such as Fortune and Entertainment Weekly. For more information, please call 212-903-5000.]]>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2159 HX Media recently announced the closure of the New York Blade News  and the sale of HX M agazine . Information on the future of HX Magazine has not been announced by the new owners yet. New York Blade News was established in 1997, and was written for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered community in the New York City area. HX was a nightlife and entertainment publication for the gay community. To learn more, please call 212-352-3535.HX Media recently announced the closure of the New York Blade News and the sale of HX Magazine. Information on the future of HX Magazine has not been announced by the new owners yet. New York Blade News was established in 1997, and was written for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered community in the New York City area. HX was a nightlife and entertainment publication for the gay community. To learn more, please call 212-352-3535.]]>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2158 Ladies' Home Journal has announced the promotion of Erica Metzger , 212-499-2136,   to beauty director. She is now responsible for all beauty coverage including style makeovers, new products reviews and beauty features. She previously served as a senior beauty editor for the publication. Before joining the staff, she worked in the beauty department of Harper's Bazaar and W magazine. To learn more, please call 212-499-2000.Ladies' Home Journal has announced the promotion of Erica Metzger, 212-499-2136, to beauty director. She is now responsible for all beauty coverage including style makeovers, new products reviews and beauty features. She previously served as a senior beauty editor for the publication. Before joining the staff, she worked in the beauty department of Harper's Bazaar and W magazine. To learn more, please call 212-499-2000.]]>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2157 Matt Mastrangelo , 212-484-3420, was recently named publisher of Men's Journal . He replaces Francis Farrell . He previously served as the executive director of corporate sales and marketing for Wenner Media. Before that, he worked as an associate publisher for Men's Journal. He also formerly worked as the advertising director at Rolling Stone and Family Circle . For more details, please call 212-484-1616.Matt Mastrangelo, 212-484-3420, was recently named publisher of Men's Journal. He replaces Francis Farrell. He previously served as the executive director of corporate sales and marketing for Wenner Media. Before that, he worked as an associate publisher for Men's Journal. He also formerly worked as the advertising director at Rolling Stone and Family Circle. For more details, please call 212-484-1616.]]>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2156 Aretha Busby recently exited Good Housekeeping , where she served as the fashion director. No replacement has been named yet. She previously served as the fashion editor for Family Circle . For more details, please call 212-649-2000. Aretha Busby recently exited Good Housekeeping, where she served as the fashion director. No replacement has been named yet. She previously served as the fashion editor for Family Circle. For more details, please call 212-649-2000.

]]>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2136 The music magazine VIBE has shut down production. The current issue on newsstands will be the last published by its staff. Founded in 1993, the magazine has covered hip-hop, rap, reggae and other urban music genres for 16 years. Among the departing staff is Danyel Smith , who was recently appointed chief content officer in addition to her duties as vice president, editorial director and editor in chief. Smith was also the editor in chief for The Most! , which also shut down after only one month in publication. The music magazine VIBE has shut down production. The current issue on newsstands will be the last published by its staff. Founded in 1993, the magazine has covered hip-hop, rap, reggae and other urban music genres for 16 years. Among the departing staff is Danyel Smith, who was recently appointed chief content officer in addition to her duties as vice president, editorial director and editor in chief. Smith was also the editor in chief for The Most!, which also shut down after only one month in publication.

]]>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2135 Gawker is losing a blogger.  Richard Lawson will depart the blog at the end of July in order to join  TV.com . Lawson currently covers entertainment and Hollywood gossip. No replacement has been named at Gawker. For more information, visit www.gawker.com . Gawker is losing a blogger. Richard Lawson will depart the blog at the end of July in order to join TV.com. Lawson currently covers entertainment and Hollywood gossip. No replacement has been named at Gawker. For more information, visit www.gawker.com.

]]>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2134 Lifestyle writer Laura Ryan has departed The Post-Standard in Syracuse, N.Y. Ryan wrote profiles and feature articles about authors and writers for the paper. She also wrote the blog Shelf Life . No replacement has yet been named for her at the blog. For further information, call 315-470-0011. Lifestyle writer Laura Ryan has departed The Post-Standard in Syracuse, N.Y. Ryan wrote profiles and feature articles about authors and writers for the paper. She also wrote the blog Shelf Life. No replacement has yet been named for her at the blog. For further information, call 315-470-0011.

]]>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2133 Arts and entertainment reporter Susan Lindt has departed the Lancaster (Pa.) Intelligencer Journal , which has merged with the Lancaster (Pa.) New Era to become the Intelligencer Journal/Lancaster New Era . Lindt is among several reporters and editors who have departed the papers as part of the merger. For more information, call 717-291-8811. Arts and entertainment reporter Susan Lindt has departed the Lancaster (Pa.) Intelligencer Journal, which has merged with the Lancaster (Pa.) New Era to become the Intelligencer Journal/Lancaster New Era. Lindt is among several reporters and editors who have departed the papers as part of the merger. For more information, call 717-291-8811.

]]>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2132 The syndicated show Better is preparing to move its production from studios in Portland, Ore. and New York to WFSB-TV 's studios in Rocky Hill, Conn. The move will take place by the end of 2009, at which point host Kimberly Maus , 503-548-6525, is planning to depart the show. A replacement has yet to be named. For further details, call 212-557-6600. The syndicated show Better is preparing to move its production from studios in Portland, Ore. and New York to WFSB-TV's studios in Rocky Hill, Conn. The move will take place by the end of 2009, at which point host Kimberly Maus, 503-548-6525, is planning to depart the show. A replacement has yet to be named. For further details, call 212-557-6600.

]]>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2131 TV Guide Network has canceled the show TV Watercooler , leaving hosts John Fugelsang and Teresa Strasser without positions at the network. In addition, TV Guide Network’s Hollywood 411 program has gone from a daily show to a weekly format. These programming changes come on the heels an ownership change; Lionsgate Entertainment has taken over TV Guide Network from Macrovision . As a result, more changes affecting network staffers are expected in the coming months. For more information, call 323-817-4726. TV Guide Network has canceled the show TV Watercooler, leaving hosts John Fugelsang and Teresa Strasser without positions at the network. In addition, TV Guide Network’s Hollywood 411 program has gone from a daily show to a weekly format. These programming changes come on the heels an ownership change; Lionsgate Entertainment has taken over TV Guide Network from Macrovision. As a result, more changes affecting network staffers are expected in the coming months. For more information, call 323-817-4726.

]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2130 Martha Pickerill is no longer managing editor for the Time For Kids publications, which includes Time For Kids: News Scoop , Time For Kids: the Big Picture and Time For Kids: World Report . Deputy managing editor Nelida Gonzalez Cutler , 212-522-0408, has taken over as managing editor of the three publications. For more information, call 212-522-1212. Martha Pickerill is no longer managing editor for the Time For Kids publications, which includes Time For Kids: News Scoop, Time For Kids: the Big Picture and Time For Kids: World Report. Deputy managing editor Nelida Gonzalez Cutler, 212-522-0408, has taken over as managing editor of the three publications. For more information, call 212-522-1212.

]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2129 The Navigator regrets to inform its readers that Mary Lou Forbes has passed away. The Washington Times ' commentary editor since 1982, Forbes won a Pulitzer Prize in 1959, for her reporting on the Virginia school-desegregation crisis. The same year, she was named The Star ’s first full-time female editor, responsible for coverage of Virginia and Maryland. The Navigator regrets to inform its readers that Mary Lou Forbes has passed away. The Washington Times' commentary editor since 1982, Forbes won a Pulitzer Prize in 1959, for her reporting on the Virginia school-desegregation crisis. The same year, she was named The Star’s first full-time female editor, responsible for coverage of Virginia and Maryland.

]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2128 Chris Trenchard , 805-564-5114, has been named acting arts and entertainment editor at the Santa Barbara News-Press upon Keri Bradford ’s departure. Trenchard had previously been an arts and entertainment reporter. For more information, call 805-564-5200. Chris Trenchard, 805-564-5114, has been named acting arts and entertainment editor at the Santa Barbara News-Press upon Keri Bradford’s departure. Trenchard had previously been an arts and entertainment reporter. For more information, call 805-564-5200.

]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2127 TVGuide.com managing editor Jennifer Holland , 212-626-2549, is leaving the Internet magazine in mid-July 2009. She had previously served as national editor for the Associated Press , joining TVGuide.com in July 2008. Holland’s replacement has not yet been named. For more information, visit www.tvguide.com . TVGuide.com managing editor Jennifer Holland, 212-626-2549, is leaving the Internet magazine in mid-July 2009. She had previously served as national editor for the Associated Press, joining TVGuide.com in July 2008. Holland’s replacement has not yet been named. For more information, visit www.tvguide.com.

]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2126 The blog Spinner Canada has launched. The blog shares content with its American counterpart, Spinner , while featuring Canadian artists, bands and musicians. Managing editor Joshua Ostroff , previously a pop music reviewer for the Ottawa Sun , is at the helm. For more information, visit www.spinner.ca . The blog Spinner Canada has launched. The blog shares content with its American counterpart, Spinner, while featuring Canadian artists, bands and musicians. Managing editor Joshua Ostroff, previously a pop music reviewer for the Ottawa Sun, is at the helm. For more information, visit www.spinner.ca.

]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2105 Longtime comedienne, actress and talk show host Rosie O’Donnell has announced she will begin hosting a new show on SIRIUS XM Radio . The show, Rosie Radio , will air weekday mornings on the Sirius XM Stars channel, beginning in the fall of 2009. It will feature conversations about news, entertainment and pop culture with a wide range of guests. For additional details, call 212-584-5100. Longtime comedienne, actress and talk show host Rosie O’Donnell has announced she will begin hosting a new show on SIRIUS XM Radio. The show, Rosie Radio, will air weekday mornings on the Sirius XM Stars channel, beginning in the fall of 2009. It will feature conversations about news, entertainment and pop culture with a wide range of guests. For additional details, call 212-584-5100.

]]>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2104 MTV Networks recently laid off 75 staff members, affecting mid-level executives in program development which includes house channels MTV/Music Television , VH1 and Logo . Among those let go was Maira Suro , who joined the network in the newly created position of senior vice president, series development in September 2007. Also gone is Aaron Meyerson , who oversaw many of the network’s unscripted series. The layoffs are part of a reorganization that will be lead by Brent Haynes and Liz Gateley , who serve as senior vice presidents of series development, east coast and series development and animation, respectively. For more details, call 212-846-8000. MTV Networks recently laid off 75 staff members, affecting mid-level executives in program development which includes house channels MTV/Music Television, VH1 and Logo. Among those let go was Maira Suro, who joined the network in the newly created position of senior vice president, series development in September 2007. Also gone is Aaron Meyerson, who oversaw many of the network’s unscripted series. The layoffs are part of a reorganization that will be lead by Brent Haynes and Liz Gateley, who serve as senior vice presidents of series development, east coast and series development and animation, respectively. For more details, call 212-846-8000.

]]>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2103 Oyster Hotel Reviews is a new Internet magazine offering independent reviews of places to stay in Aruba, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and Miami. It provides extensive descriptions of hotels, including pros and cons for hotels and information on location, customer service, cleanliness, comfort, features and activities. The site also features photos of hotel rooms, amenities and views. William Begeny serves as the site’s editor. The outlet can be found on Twitter  at http://twitter.com/oysterhotels . For more information, call 646-695-4886. Oyster Hotel Reviews is a new Internet magazine offering independent reviews of places to stay in Aruba, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and Miami. It provides extensive descriptions of hotels, including pros and cons for hotels and information on location, customer service, cleanliness, comfort, features and activities. The site also features photos of hotel rooms, amenities and views. William Begeny serves as the site’s editor. The outlet can be found on Twitter at http://twitter.com/oysterhotels. For more information, call 646-695-4886.

]]>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2099 Luisa Rino has joined the staff of Flare as a special correspondent, West Coast. She previously worked as a style and photography editor for The Block . Rino has also served as a fashion and beauty editor and an associate editor for Nuvo . Flare covers fashion for Canadian women and focuses on emerging trends, tips and updates in fashion, as well as beauty, health, fitness and nutrition. For further details, call 416-764-2000. Luisa Rino has joined the staff of Flare as a special correspondent, West Coast. She previously worked as a style and photography editor for The Block. Rino has also served as a fashion and beauty editor and an associate editor for Nuvo. Flare covers fashion for Canadian women and focuses on emerging trends, tips and updates in fashion, as well as beauty, health, fitness and nutrition. For further details, call 416-764-2000.

]]>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2089 Vinobite.com is a new Web site and e-newsletter focusing on the delights of wine, including food, travel and wine culture. The site is written and edited by Gretchen Roberts , 865-544-0849, a freelance writer who also writes for the blog Slashfood . For more information, visit www.vinobite.com . Vinobite.com is a new Web site and e-newsletter focusing on the delights of wine, including food, travel and wine culture. The site is written and edited by Gretchen Roberts, 865-544-0849, a freelance writer who also writes for the blog Slashfood. For more information, visit www.vinobite.com.

]]>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2086 WPIX-TV is losing a reporter. Cathy Hobbs , 212-210-2518, will be leaving her position as a general assignment reporter at the New York station on June 30. Hobbs will then focus on her interior design show NY Residential , which will relaunch as Metro Residential on July 12. Hobbs has worked at WPIX-TV since 1997. She previously worked at WRC-TV in Washington, as well as several other stations throughout the country. To learn more, call 212-949-1100. WPIX-TV is losing a reporter. Cathy Hobbs, 212-210-2518, will be leaving her position as a general assignment reporter at the New York station on June 30. Hobbs will then focus on her interior design show NY Residential, which will relaunch as Metro Residential on July 12. Hobbs has worked at WPIX-TV since 1997. She previously worked at WRC-TV in Washington, as well as several other stations throughout the country. To learn more, call 212-949-1100.

]]>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2085 The Flickcast is a blog and podcast that features news and reviews of new movies, DVDs, television shows, comic books and video games. The blog is edited by freelance writer Chris Ullrich , who leads a team of bloggers in providing commentary and other information for the movie and entertainment lover. Ullrich is available on Twitter at http://twitter.com/chrisu . For more information, visit http://theflickcast.com . The Flickcast is a blog and podcast that features news and reviews of new movies, DVDs, television shows, comic books and video games. The blog is edited by freelance writer Chris Ullrich, who leads a team of bloggers in providing commentary and other information for the movie and entertainment lover. Ullrich is available on Twitter at http://twitter.com/chrisu. For more information, visit http://theflickcast.com.

]]>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2084 The Ampersand is a blog covering arts and entertainment. Written by (Toronto) National Post staffers, including arts reporter Mark Medley , the blog features information on celebrities, pop culture, upcoming movies and other news from the world of entertainment. For more information, visit http://network.nationalpost.com/np/blogs/theampersand/default.aspx . The Ampersand is a blog covering arts and entertainment. Written by (Toronto) National Post staffers, including arts reporter Mark Medley, the blog features information on celebrities, pop culture, upcoming movies and other news from the world of entertainment. For more information, visit http://network.nationalpost.com/np/blogs/theampersand/default.aspx.

]]>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2081 W 's West Coast bureau chief, Gabé Doppelt , will join The Daily Beast on July 20, as the West Coast editor. She worked at W for many years serving as the West Coast bureau chief and entertainment director. She was also previously on staff at the now defunct Talk magazine and Details . To learn more, please visit www.thedailybeast.com . W's West Coast bureau chief, Gabé Doppelt, will join The Daily Beast on July 20, as the West Coast editor. She worked at W for many years serving as the West Coast bureau chief and entertainment director. She was also previously on staff at the now defunct Talk magazine and Details. To learn more, please visit www.thedailybeast.com.

]]>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2080 Moms' Idea Factory recently launched and covers cooking for children. The blog provides recipes for kids and ideas for how to prepare quick and easy meals and snacks for the family. Lynette Stanley-Maddocks authors the site. For more details, please visit http://gorgeoustown.typepad.com/momsideafactory .Moms' Idea Factory recently launched and covers cooking for children. The blog provides recipes for kids and ideas for how to prepare quick and easy meals and snacks for the family. Lynette Stanley-Maddocks authors the site. For more details, please visit http://gorgeoustown.typepad.com/momsideafactory.]]>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2067 Sylvana Soto-Ward has been named director of special events at Vogue . She previously was the accessories editor at the magazine, and no replacement has been named for her former role. Contact 212-286-2860 for more information. Sylvana Soto-Ward has been named director of special events at Vogue. She previously was the accessories editor at the magazine, and no replacement has been named for her former role. Contact 212-286-2860 for more information.

]]>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2066 Lindsay Robertson has been laid off from the blog  Videogum . She was a senior editor and covered pop culture, television, movies, video games and Web shorts. For more information, visit www.videogum.com . Lindsay Robertson has been laid off from the blog Videogum. She was a senior editor and covered pop culture, television, movies, video games and Web shorts. For more information, visit www.videogum.com.

]]>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2065 Michael Thompson is no longer with The Ann Arbor News . He was the wires editor and handled home and gardening content. There is no wires editor replacement, but Domenica Trevor , 734-994-6924, will now oversee home and gardening content in addition to her role as book reviews editor. Contact 734-994-6989 for more details. Michael Thompson is no longer with The Ann Arbor News. He was the wires editor and handled home and gardening content. There is no wires editor replacement, but Domenica Trevor, 734-994-6924, will now oversee home and gardening content in addition to her role as book reviews editor. Contact 734-994-6989 for more details.

]]>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2038 Sydney Trent , 202-334-7585, deputy editor of the Washington Post Magazine , has been named a senior editor of the Style section. She assumes the position in August 2009. Before joining The Washington Post , Trent worked as the life editor and assistant city editor at the Miami Herald . For more information, call 202-334-6000. Sydney Trent, 202-334-7585, deputy editor of the Washington Post Magazine, has been named a senior editor of the Style section. She assumes the position in August 2009. Before joining The Washington Post, Trent worked as the life editor and assistant city editor at the Miami Herald. For more information, call 202-334-6000.

]]>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2037 Deadline Hollywood Daily has been acquired by Mail.com Media Corporation (MMC) . The blog serves as an affiliate to showbiz journalist Nikki Finke 's uniquely candid and informed LA Weekly column and provides breaking entertainment industry news. For more information, visit www.deadlinehollywooddaily.com . Deadline Hollywood Daily has been acquired by Mail.com Media Corporation (MMC). The blog serves as an affiliate to showbiz journalist Nikki Finke's uniquely candid and informed LA Weekly column and provides breaking entertainment industry news. For more information, visit www.deadlinehollywooddaily.com.

]]>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2036 Jodi Bryson has been named editor in chief of Discovery Girls , a magazine created for, and by, girls ages seven to 14. Bryson was previously the editorial director of LimeLife . For more information, call 408-554-0081. Jodi Bryson has been named editor in chief of Discovery Girls, a magazine created for, and by, girls ages seven to 14. Bryson was previously the editorial director of LimeLife. For more information, call 408-554-0081.

]]>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2035 Break Media has launched MadeMan.com , an Internet magazine created for men that provides guys with the information they need to live life well. The magazine features how-to guides, product reviews, cool hangout spots, gadgets, gear, fashion, food, sports, entertainment, health, rides, women and more. Every story on the site delivers useful, informative content in a humorous voice. For more information, visit www.mademan.com . Break Media has launched MadeMan.com, an Internet magazine created for men that provides guys with the information they need to live life well. The magazine features how-to guides, product reviews, cool hangout spots, gadgets, gear, fashion, food, sports, entertainment, health, rides, women and more. Every story on the site delivers useful, informative content in a humorous voice. For more information, visit www.mademan.com.

]]>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2023 ABC Television Network has announced the reorganization of its studio and programming divisions. The business affairs and development; casting; program planning; and scheduling and distribution divisions of the network and the studio will merge together in an effort to produce more original shows. As a result, Barry Jossen  has been named executive vice president of studio creative and production for the network. He will continue to oversee the creative and production operations at ABC studios. Also taking on additional duties is Jeff Bader , who will facilitate and coordinate programming and distribution across all platforms. He will continue in his position as executive vice president of planning, scheduling and distribution for ABC Entertainment Group . For more information, call 212-456-7777. ABC Television Network has announced the reorganization of its studio and programming divisions. The business affairs and development; casting; program planning; and scheduling and distribution divisions of the network and the studio will merge together in an effort to produce more original shows. As a result, Barry Jossen has been named executive vice president of studio creative and production for the network. He will continue to oversee the creative and production operations at ABC studios. Also taking on additional duties is Jeff Bader, who will facilitate and coordinate programming and distribution across all platforms. He will continue in his position as executive vice president of planning, scheduling and distribution for ABC Entertainment Group. For more information, call 212-456-7777.

]]>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2022 The summer 2009 issue of Style Magazine will be its last, as the magazine has announced it will cease publication. The Greenspun Media Group quarterly provided information about parties, events and happenings to the guests of the Venetian and Palazzo resorts in Las Vegas. For additional information, call 702-990-2500. The summer 2009 issue of Style Magazine will be its last, as the magazine has announced it will cease publication. The Greenspun Media Group quarterly provided information about parties, events and happenings to the guests of the Venetian and Palazzo resorts in Las Vegas. For additional information, call 702-990-2500.

]]>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2017 It's On With Alexa Chung premiered on  MTV/Music Television  to fill the slot left behind by TRL . The show is a live talk and variety show that features interviews, musical performances, comedy and pop culture news. It also is integrating Twitter and Facebook to field questions from viewers. Contact 212-846-8000 for further details. It's On With Alexa Chung premiered on MTV/Music Television to fill the slot left behind by TRL. The show is a live talk and variety show that features interviews, musical performances, comedy and pop culture news. It also is integrating Twitter and Facebook to field questions from viewers. Contact 212-846-8000 for further details. ]]>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2016 Greenspun Interactive launched a new show, 702.tv , which provides coverage of Las Vegas entertainment, news and sports. The show interviews local artists and celebrities, discusses places to dine and provides details on University of Nevada, Las Vegas sports and Ultimate Fighting Championship events and fighters. Visit www.702.tv  for more information.Greenspun Interactive launched a new show, 702.tv, which provides coverage of Las Vegas entertainment, news and sports. The show interviews local artists and celebrities, discusses places to dine and provides details on University of Nevada, Las Vegas sports and Ultimate Fighting Championship events and fighters. Visit www.702.tv for more information.]]>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2015 Kat Odell has been named the new editor of Eater LA . She previously was a contributor to the site, which covers food and restaurants for those in Los Angeles. For further details, visit  http://la.eater.com .Kat Odell has been named the new editor of Eater LA. She previously was a contributor to the site, which covers food and restaurants for those in Los Angeles. For further details, visit http://la.eater.com.]]>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2014 Bloggin 2 Noggin covers motherhood and provides humorous insight from stay-at-home mom Melissa Robbins , 856-465-7907. It provides reviews, discusses children's toys and fashions, and offers advice on everything from sunscreen to pediatricians. Visit bloggin2noggin.blogspot.com for more information.Bloggin 2 Noggin covers motherhood and provides humorous insight from stay-at-home mom Melissa Robbins, 856-465-7907. It provides reviews, discusses children's toys and fashions, and offers advice on everything from sunscreen to pediatricians. Visit bloggin2noggin.blogspot.com for more information.]]>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2013 Vulture , a blog from New York Magazine , provides breaking culture news on music, theater, celebrities and movies. The blog features commentary, reviews and updates on various happenings as well. Visit nymag.com/daily/entertainment for more information. Vulture, a blog from New York Magazine, provides breaking culture news on music, theater, celebrities and movies. The blog features commentary, reviews and updates on various happenings as well. Visit nymag.com/daily/entertainment for more information.
]]>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2001 Country Living has added some new faces to its staff. Shelly Ridenour  recently joined the magazine as its new executive editor. She was previously a contributing features editor at Harper's Bazaar . Liz Ozaist will also board the magazine on Jun. 23, as a senior editor. She previously worked as a senior editor at Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel  and as a senior associate editor with More . For further details, call 212-649-2000. Country Living has added some new faces to its staff. Shelly Ridenour recently joined the magazine as its new executive editor. She was previously a contributing features editor at Harper's Bazaar. Liz Ozaist will also board the magazine on Jun. 23, as a senior editor. She previously worked as a senior editor at Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel and as a senior associate editor with More. For further details, call 212-649-2000.]]>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#2000 Brian Graden , the president of entertainment at cable networks  MTV ,  MTV2: Music Television , VH1 and Logo , has announced that he will be leaving the network in December 2009. He has overseen the creative content and direction of these stations in his position as president of entertainment since 2002 and has worked for MTV since 1997. During his time with the company, he oversaw the founding of Logo, the first gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender television network. No replacement is expected for his position. To learn more, call 212-846-6000.Brian Graden, the president of entertainment at cable networks MTV, MTV2: Music Television, VH1 and Logo, has announced that he will be leaving the network in December 2009. He has overseen the creative content and direction of these stations in his position as president of entertainment since 2002 and has worked for MTV since 1997. During his time with the company, he oversaw the founding of Logo, the first gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender television network. No replacement is expected for his position. To learn more, call 212-846-6000.]]>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1999 Sabrina James is departing her position as editor in chief of Playground in order to join the magazine  Babytalk . Editorial director Heather Reneau will take over her responsibilities until a replacement is named. James will officially join Babytalk on Jun. 29, where she will serve as lifestyle editor and may move into another editorial position shortly thereafter. For more information, call Playground at 407-221-4932 and Babytalk at 407-628-4802.Sabrina James is departing her position as editor in chief of Playground in order to join the magazine Babytalk. Editorial director Heather Reneau will take over her responsibilities until a replacement is named. James will officially join Babytalk on Jun. 29, where she will serve as lifestyle editor and may move into another editorial position shortly thereafter. For more information, call Playground at 407-221-4932 and Babytalk at 407-628-4802.]]>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1998New York television station WNBC-TV is adding a new show starting Sep. 14. The new women's lifestyle program,  LX New York , will replace their 5 p.m. newscast and cover entertainment, celebrity gossip, cooking and fashion. Sara Gore serves as host, while Morgan Hertzan , 212-476-4976, and Beth Gerstenbluth  are executive producers. Caroline Kim , 212-413-6863, is the producer and guest booker. For more information, call 212-413-6860.WNBC-TV is adding a new show starting Sep. 14. The new women's lifestyle program, LX New York, will replace their 5 p.m. newscast and cover entertainment, celebrity gossip, cooking and fashion. Sara Gore serves as host, while Morgan Hertzan, 212-476-4976, and Beth Gerstenbluth are executive producers. Caroline Kim, 212-413-6863, is the producer and guest booker. For more information, call 212-413-6860.]]>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1997 Aurelia D'Andrea has left her position as the editorial director of VegNews Magazine in order to take a new position at the company outside of the editorial staff. Press materials can be directed to managing editor Elizabeth Castoria . For more information, call 415-665-6397.Aurelia D'Andrea has left her position as the editorial director of VegNews Magazine in order to take a new position at the company outside of the editorial staff. Press materials can be directed to managing editor Elizabeth Castoria. For more information, call 415-665-6397.]]>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1982 Booking producer, Jack DeMarco , has left the television program  The Daily Buzz . He was the contact for all guests seeking to appear on the program. James Alexander , 313-283-5800, has taken over DeMarco's duties and will continue to serve as a producer. For additional information, please call 407-673-5400. Booking producer, Jack DeMarco, has left the television program The Daily Buzz. He was the contact for all guests seeking to appear on the program. James Alexander, 313-283-5800, has taken over DeMarco's duties and will continue to serve as a producer. For additional information, please call 407-673-5400.

]]>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1966 Richard Leiby , 202-334-7325, has been named acting arts editor at The Washington Post upon Leslie Yazel ’s departure. Leiby, who has been with the paper since 1991, now oversees the Style & Arts section in addition to continuing with his responsibilities as features assignment editor. For more information, call 202-334-6000. Richard Leiby, 202-334-7325, has been named acting arts editor at The Washington Post upon Leslie Yazel’s departure. Leiby, who has been with the paper since 1991, now oversees the Style & Arts section in addition to continuing with his responsibilities as features assignment editor. For more information, call 202-334-6000.

]]>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1965 The New York Times ' blog, The Medium , initially launched to cover online video, will now redirect audiences to another NY Times blog, ArtsBeat . The Medium’s blogger, Virginia Heffernan , 212-556-7341, will now contribute her criticism of digital content and news updates to the ArtsBeat blog. For more information, visit http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com . The New York Times' blog, The Medium, initially launched to cover online video, will now redirect audiences to another NY Times blog, ArtsBeat. The Medium’s blogger, Virginia Heffernan, 212-556-7341, will now contribute her criticism of digital content and news updates to the ArtsBeat blog. For more information, visit http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com.

]]>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1964 Rae Riebe has left the Cedar Rapids, Iowa morning newspaper, The Gazette . Riebe had been the community news and features editor, overseeing the special sections Weekend!, Home and Real Estate, Faith & Values and Accent. Acting features editor Annette Schulte , 319-398-8357, will now oversee those sections in addition to continuing with her responsibilities as editorial manager for the paper. For more information, call 319-398-8211. Rae Riebe has left the Cedar Rapids, Iowa morning newspaper, The Gazette. Riebe had been the community news and features editor, overseeing the special sections Weekend!, Home and Real Estate, Faith & Values and Accent. Acting features editor Annette Schulte, 319-398-8357, will now oversee those sections in addition to continuing with her responsibilities as editorial manager for the paper. For more information, call 319-398-8211.

]]>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1963 Nicole Drummer has left Wine & Spirits as an associate editor to become a freelancer covering wine. For more information, call 212-695-4660. Nicole Drummer has left Wine & Spirits as an associate editor to become a freelancer covering wine. For more information, call 212-695-4660.

]]>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1953 Ex/Urb Magazine has launched as an online lifestyle magazine for suburban and ex-urban dwellers. The Internet magazine primarily focuses on the communities outside of Los Angeles and in Ventura County, Calif., but some content, including books, music, food, wine, parenting, fitness, health, sex, environmental issues and architecture, additionally appeals to ex-urbanites in other areas of the country. For more information, visit www.exurbmagazine.com . Ex/Urb Magazine has launched as an online lifestyle magazine for suburban and ex-urban dwellers. The Internet magazine primarily focuses on the communities outside of Los Angeles and in Ventura County, Calif., but some content, including books, music, food, wine, parenting, fitness, health, sex, environmental issues and architecture, additionally appeals to ex-urbanites in other areas of the country. For more information, visit www.exurbmagazine.com.

]]>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1946 Since the closing of TelevisionWeek magazine’s print issue, some staffers have moved to TVWeek.com . Deputy editor and columnist Josef Adalian , 323-370-2421, now serves as editor for the online edition, and has also launched the blog TV MoJoe . He will leave the company in August to join online magazine The Wrap . Former TelevisionWeek executive editor Tom Gilbert  will continue his position at TVWeek.com. Former publisher and editorial director Chuck Ross , 323-370-2417, now serves as managing director for the online edition. Leaving the company is Greg Baumann , who previously served as editor for the print edition. TVWeek.com also launched a new blog called Open Mic , which covers the television industry. For more information, call 323-370-2400. Since the closing of TelevisionWeek magazine’s print issue, some staffers have moved to TVWeek.com. Deputy editor and columnist Josef Adalian, 323-370-2421, now serves as editor for the online edition, and has also launched the blog TV MoJoe. He will leave the company in August to join online magazine The Wrap. Former TelevisionWeek executive editor Tom Gilbert will continue his position at TVWeek.com. Former publisher and editorial director Chuck Ross, 323-370-2417, now serves as managing director for the online edition. Leaving the company is Greg Baumann, who previously served as editor for the print edition. TVWeek.com also launched a new blog called Open Mic, which covers the television industry. For more information, call 323-370-2400.

]]>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1943 Great Northern Outdoors is a new Internet magazine featuring information and entertainment news about fishing, hunting and other outdoor pursuits around the Great Lakes and upper Midwest. It is dedicated to sports enthusiasts who want to improve their outdoor experiences. The site is edited by former Detroit News bureau chief Dave Spratt . For more information, call 734-741-4432. Great Northern Outdoors is a new Internet magazine featuring information and entertainment news about fishing, hunting and other outdoor pursuits around the Great Lakes and upper Midwest. It is dedicated to sports enthusiasts who want to improve their outdoor experiences. The site is edited by former Detroit News bureau chief Dave Spratt. For more information, call 734-741-4432.

]]>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1942 In Touch Weekly magazine has let go of two staffers. Articles director Louise Barile has left the publication, as well as reporter Franz Garcia-Chon . For additional information, call 201-569-6699. In Touch Weekly magazine has let go of two staffers. Articles director Louise Barile has left the publication, as well as reporter Franz Garcia-Chon. For additional information, call 201-569-6699.

]]>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1941 Ken Beaulieu , 617-457-3901, has joined Continental magazine as editor, in addition to his duties as editor of the online magazine, Fuel . He replaces Gail Harrington , who left the publication but remains with the company as editor for VitalCare magazine. For more information, call 617-451-1700. Ken Beaulieu, 617-457-3901, has joined Continental magazine as editor, in addition to his duties as editor of the online magazine, Fuel. He replaces Gail Harrington, who left the publication but remains with the company as editor for VitalCare magazine. For more information, call 617-451-1700.

]]>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:00:00 GMThttp://navigator.cision.com/media/lifestyle.aspx#1940 Minnesota Poker Magazine has launched as a monthly publication. It focuses exclusively on Minnesota poker and poker enthusiasts. Editorial content features industry news, tournament schedules, player profiles and tips from local poker experts. For additional information, call 612-743-9847. Minnesota Poker Magazine has launched as a monthly publication. It focuses exclusively on Minnesota poker and poker enthusiasts. Editorial content features industry news, tournament schedules, player profiles and tips from local poker experts. For additional information, call 612-743-9847.

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