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TIMES SQUARE GOSSIP QUOTED IN HORROR 'CLEAN CUT'

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CLEAN CUT "The straightest people can be the most twisted" The official trailer for the new award winning Horror / Thriller film, “Clean Cut” is released and Times Square Gossip is quoted.. The trailer reveals the sadistic world of The Evangelist, a bible-quoting serial killer who has a small NJ town gripped with fear. Is he the same maniac from the past continuing his moral cleansing or a new, merciless angel of death. "Clean Cut" tells the story of Bill Horton who at seven years old watched in horror as a serial killer murdered his mother. Known as The Evangelist, he places a bible next to her body and quotes scripture as he leaves Bill alone and destroyed. Thirty years later, Bill has grown up and appears to be a model citizen, spending his days cleaning his house and baking. He has, however, picked up the mantle of the Evangelist, killing those who he finds wicked and evil and leaving a bible by their bodies. Bill only open

LEGEND BILL COSBY CHARGED WITH SEXUAL ASSAULT

Bill Cosby Shamed AP-- Bill Cosby was arrested and charged Wednesday with drugging and sexually assaulting a woman at his home 12 years ago — the first criminal case brought against the comedian out of the torrent of allegations that destroyed his good-guy image as America’s Dad. The case sets the stage for perhaps the biggest Hollywood celebrity trial of the mobile-news era and could send the 78-year-old Cosby to prison in the twilight of his life and pioneering career. Prosecutors accused him of plying former Temple University employee Andrea Constand with pills and wine, then penetrating her with his fingers without her consent, while she was drifting in and out of consciousness, unable to resist or cry out. She was “frozen, paralyzed, unable to move,” Montgomery County District Attorney-elect Kevin Steele said. In court papers, prosecutors said the drugs were the cold medicine Benadryl or some other, unidentified substance. Steele noted that Cosby h

MONTAUK GURNEY'S NEW YEARS @ SCARPETTA BEACH

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Scarpetta Beach Montauk, New York- Looking for something different to ring in 2016? Come to Scarpetta Beach for a James Bond themed New Year's Eve with a massive 007 themed party. Scarpetta Beach located at the understated and elegant newly renovated Gurney’s on December 31, 2015. This is a unique event where guests dress up in their finest suits, dresses, and costumes from the most iconic Bond films. Enjoy the exquisite dinner menu from oysters, braised short ribs to scallops and duck foie gras ravioli. There is also wine pairing available for an additional $45.00 per person. Stay for the 007 Party and dance to music by Gurney's Beach Club's DJ Nicole Leone, with special performance from Electric Violinist Jonathon Dinklage, plus a Pop-up Magician and Mentalist Oz Pearlman, Casino Royale Gaming will be available. Once the New Year is announced, the dance floor erupts in a flurry of champagne and fun! Tickets to the 2016 New Year's Eve 007 Party st

JULIANA MARGULIES JOINS 'BILLY ON THE STREETS'

Lesbian Lightning Round In this week's episode of Billy on the Street, Billy is joined by Juliana Margulies for a brand new game called "That's Not Sia, It's Juliana Margulies!" Additionally, Elena returns to the show to face off against her real-life sister, Edie, in "The Other Sister". Finally, Lucy Liu helps Billy with the exhilarating game "What Does Lucy Liu Think?" Other games include "For A Dollar" and "Kris Jenner or Geppetto?" Billy on the Street - Elena Vs. Her Sister! - Airing Thursday, December 31 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT on truTV

NEW JERSEY PERFORMING ARTS 'VIDEO GAMES LIVE'

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Video Games Live! New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Video Games Live! An award-winning, immersive concert event featuring music from the most popular video games of all time, from Asteroids to Zelda. The New York Times calls it “Captivating! Bombastic!”. Saturday, January 2, 2016 7:30 PM at Prudential Hall. Get your tickets now at NJPAC.org or 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722) Created, produced and hosted by game industry superstar Tommy Tallarico, this explosive, one-of-a-kind entertainment experience features the world’s top orchestras and choirs performing with exclusive synchronized videos, lighting and music arrangements, well-known internet solo performers, electronic percussion, and live action and interactive segments. Pre- and post-show activities include a costume contest, Guitar Hero competition, prize giveaways, interactive game demos, and a meet-and-greet with leading gamecomposers, designers and industry talent. Vid

LA ART SHOW & ST. JUDE CHILDREN RESEARCH HOSPITAL

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Anne Hathaway & Adam Shulman The LA Art Show & the Los Angeles Fine Art Show are pleased to welcome Anne Hathaway & Adam Shulman as the 2016 Hosts of the Opening Night Premiere Party benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. The event will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at the Los Angeles Convention Center in the heart of downtown. A VIP Patron Reception will begin at 7 p.m., with the public opening beginning at 8 p.m. “We are thankful to Anne Hathaway and Adam Shulman for their continued support of our lifesaving work and for hosting this special event,” said Richard Shadyac Jr., President and CEO of ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. “St. Jude has made great progress in the fight against pediatric cancer, but it’s a fight that wages on. This annual fundraiser helps St. Jude continue to advance its mission of finding cures and for children fighting cancer and other life-threatening diseases.” St. Jude is leading the way the

ADRIANNE CURRY BRINGS NEW YEAR WITH FLEX BELT

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Adrianne Curry Adrianne Curry was snapped bringing in the New Year sexy and fit thanks to The Flex Belt! You can see how she uses The Flex Belt on the StarShop App starting January 4th. Shopping and sexy! Photo Courtesy Of: Domain MSA

'FOO FIGHTERS' DAVID GROHL PARTIES WITH DJ VICE

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DJ Vice Hugs 'Foo Fighters' David Grohl Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl was spotted at Marquee Nightclub Monday night with his wife and other members of the band. The rockstar took photos with fans and even jumped into the DJ booth with DJ Vice before enjoying the rest of the night at his VIP table. At TAO Asian Bistro, the pop rock band R5 enjoyed dinner with family and friends. The group delighted in the grilled Kobe rib eye, satay of Chilean seas bass and vegetable dumplings. Photo Courtesy Of: Domain MSA

JEAN SHAFIROFF STARTS NY TOY GUN EXCHANGE

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Jean Shafiroff Speaks Board of Education President Lamont Johnson Jean Shafiroff With Hempstead Leaders Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff alongside Nassau County legislator and Public Safety Committee Chairman Dennis Dunne, Town of Hempstead Mayor Wayne Hall and Hempstead Board of Education President Lamont Johnson introduced the New York Toy Gun Exchange Program at a press conference this month at Kennedy Memorial Park in Hempstead, NY. New York Toy Gun Exchange Founded by Shafiroff, the program allows children to exchange their water pistols, replica fire arms and other imitation weapons for sporting goods, educational items and safe toys. The Long Island Toy Gun Exchange Program is being sponsored by the Hempstead School District and the toys are being donated by Ms. Shafiroff to stop gun violence - before it starts. This is the first program of its kind in the Long Island/New York City metropolitan area. For more information on Jean Shafir

BRUCE WILLIS & KELLAN LUTZ STAR IN 'EXTRACTION'

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**** NOW PLAYING **** EXTRACTION Vengeance runs in the family. Witness Bruce Willis, Kellan Lutz, and Gina Carano kick some ass in new clips from Lionsgate Premiere's EXTRACTION. Directed by Steven C. Miller, this action-packed international spy thriller about a family taking on a nationwide threat is NOW playing in theaters and available on-demand & iTunes! EXTRACTION Now Playing in Theaters and Available On-Demand & iTunes When a terrorist group kidnaps retired CIA field operative Leonard Turner (Bruce Willis), his son Harry Turner (Kellan Lutz), a government analyst who has been repeatedly turned down for field service, launches his own unsanctioned rescue operation. While evading highly skilled operatives, deadly assassins, and international terrorists, Harry finally puts his combat training to the test in a high stakes mission to find his father and to stop a terrorist plot. Directed by: Steven C. Miller Written by:

GWEN STEFANI AND BLAKE SHELTON STEAM IT UP

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Gwen Stefani Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton have both been all smiles since taking their relationship public, and there's a reason for that. A source tells E! News exclusively that the No Doubt singer and the country crooner are getting more and more serious as they continue their relationship. The Voicecoaches have fully immersed each other into their personal lives and it has been doing incredibly well. "Gwen and Blake are steaming up," the source says. "They have been having some great times with each other the past few months and are on the same page of life now. Blake is extremely supportive of Gwen and her kids' transition. Blake is really great with kids and loves being around children. He has a lot of patience." The couple "spend a lot of time together" and are "getting more serious," the source adds. They even jetted to Nashville over the weekend to celebrate theengagement of singer RaeLynn and Josh

SINGER KELSEA BALLERINI ROCKING IN ISLA BOOTS

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Kelsea Ballerini Another one of Swift's squad members was spotted around town in a pair of BED|STU ISLA booties. Singer Kelsea Ballerini was gearing up for a day with Radio Disney this past weekend, rocking a pair of ISLA boots in Red Lux ($245, bedstu.com ), perfectly complimenting her winter fringe look. The Nashville native took a style note from bestie Taylor Swift - who was spotted rocking the same pair in Brown Driftwood during a daytime Australian adventure with Blake Lively earlier this month. Jaime King, who picked them out for Swift, also wore pair of ISLA in Teak Rustic in Malibu last month. Photo Courtesy Of: Domain MSA

JAKE MILLER CONCERT @ HARD ROCK VINYL LAS VEGAS

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Jake Miller Jake Miller performed at Vinyl Las Vegas at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada the other night. Photo By: Erik Kabik Photography/ MediaPunch

ADVENTURE 'GODS OF EGYPT' PREMIERES FEBRUARY

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GODS OF EGYPT The battle for eternity begins... in this new trailer and artwork from Lionsgate's GODS OF EGYPT. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Brenton Thwaites, Chadwick Boseman, Elodie Yung, Courtney Eaton, Gerard Butler and Geoffrey Rush star in the new action-adventure about a clever mortal thief [Brenton Thwaites] who teams up with a powerful and vengeful god [Coster-Waldau] to stop the merciless god of darkness [Butler] who hopes to destroy both this life and the Afterlife. Don't miss the action in this adventure-filled fantasy coming to theaters February 26, 2016! GODS OF EGYPT In Theaters February 26, 2016 In this spectacular action-adventure inspired by the classic mythology of Egypt, the survival of mankind hangs in the balance as an unexpected mortal hero Bek [Brenton Thwaites] undertakes a thrilling journey to save the world and rescue his true love. In order to succeed, he must enlist the help of the powerful god Horus [Nikolaj Coster-

THREE DOG NIGHT @ BERGEN PERFIRMING ARTS CENTER

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Three Dog Night Bergen Performing Arts Center located at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Englewood, New Jersey presents Three Dog Night – Thursday, January 28, 2016 at 8PM. Purchase tickets at www.ticketmaster.com or Box Office at 201.227.1030. Legendary music icons, THREE DOG NIGHT, celebrate their 4th decade bringing with them some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group achieved more top 10 hits, moved more records or sold more concert tickets than THREE DOG NIGHT. THREE DOG NIGHT’s hits wind through the fabric of pop culture today, whether on the radio where they are heard day in and day out, in TV commercials or in major motion pictures — songs like “Mama Told Me (Not To Come)”, “Joy to the World”, “Black and White”, “Shambala” and “One” serve to heighten our emotions and crystallize THREE DOG NIGHT’s continuing popularity. As they mark more than 40 years on the road, THREE DOG NIGHT cont

ROBERT DE NIRO AND ZAC EFRON IN 'DIRTY GRANDPA'

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**** WINTER MOVIES ****   Robert De Niro And Zac Efron Buckle up for a wild ride with Zac Efron and Robert De Niro in DIRTY GRANDPA with this all-new poster. From director Dan Mazer (Borat, Ali G) and writer John Phillips (Bad Santa 2), comes DIRTY GRANDPA. Efron and De Niro star alongside Aubrey Plaza, Zoey Deutch, Julianne Hough, Jason Mantzoukas and Adam Pally in the outlandish comedy about a straight-laced lawyer (Efron) duped into driving his foul-mouthed grandfather (De Niro) to Daytona for spring break. Hit the road for the ultimate bro-trip, rolling into theaters January 22! Dirty Grandpa In Theaters January 22 Jason Kelly [Zac Efron] is one week away from marrying his boss's uber-controlling daughter, putting him on the fast track for a partnership at the law firm. However, when the straight-laced Jason is tricked into driving his foul-mouthed grandfather, Dick [Robert De Niro], to Daytona for spring break, his pending n

KATIE HOLMES BIRTHDAY AT NYC BEAUTY & ESSEX

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**** DINING NEW YORK CITY **** Katie Holmes Actress Katie Holmes and her friends – which included Zac Posen and Mario Batali, were seen celebrating Holmes’ birthday at NYC hotspot Beauty & Essex in New York the other evening. Holmes arrived after 8:00 p.m. in a pink coat and later showed off her red dress in the restaurant’s private dining room, The Vault. The group enjoyed some of Beauty & Essex’s signature dishes – Lobster Tacos, Orange Glazed Baby Carrots and Pressed Jerk-Spiced Chicken. The party finished the meal with some cupcakes, milk and cookies and a decadent chocolate cake. Real Housewives of Orange County star, Meghan Edmonds enjoyed dinner at Beauty & Essex as well looking beautiful as always. The Vault is one of Beauty & Essex’s intimate private dining spaces that seats up to 20 guests. To book a reservation, visit www.beautyandessex.com .  Photo By: Media Punch INC

STAR WARS VISITS SHEIKH KHALIFA MEDICAL CITY

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Sheikh Khalifa Medical City Abu Dhabi-UAE -- In a galaxy not so far, far away, twofour54 CEO Noura Al Kaabi and three Star Wars Stormtroopers paid a visit to children at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in support of Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan’s initiative, “Wanna Read?” and twofour54’s #United4UAE community initiative. Al Kaabi and the Stormtroopers toured the hospital and held a story-reading session with young patients following the Middle East premiere of the hugely anticipated Star Wars: The Force Awakens, which was held at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi last week. H.H. Sheikha Shamma commented: “The “Wanna Read?” team is proud to have the support of twofour54 in our endeavour to encourage healing through reading. Books provide the children with an imaginative escape from the difficult challenges they face.” Noura Al Kaabi said: “Visiting the children of Sheikh Khalifa Medical City with the Star Wars Stormtroopers to

ASHLEY BENSON CELEBRATES VEGAS 26TH BIRTHDAY

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Ashley Benson Saturday night, Ashley Benson of the hit TV show Pretty Little Liars was spotted at TAO Asian Bistro celebrating her 26th birthday with a group of friends. Benson was presented with a special birthday dessert after enjoying an array of favorites such as the Chilean sea bass and aged prime sirloin and broccoli with black bean sauce. Following dinner, the birthday girl’s group headed upstairs to join Kennedy’s group in the nightclub where the TAO staff led a joint birthday presentation and she danced the night away at her VIP table. Tom Felton, also known as Draco Malfoy from Harry Potter, was spotted at TAO Asian Bistro Saturday night celebrating his brother’s 21st birthday. The group enjoyed the TAO shabu shabu, Singapore mei fun noodles, dragon tail spare ribs and salmon nigiri and a birthday dessert. After dinner, the group made their way upstairs to the nightclub where the TAO staff welcomed Felton's brother with a special birthday announcement w

JEAN SHAFIROFF & TOUS JEWELRY HOST NYWF FETE

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**** SHOPPING FOR A CAUSE Photos By: Patrick McMullan **** Christina Ramelli And Jean Shafiroff Jean And  Martin Shafiroff With Ana Oliveira Jean Shafiroff and Tous Jewelry hosted a Holiday Shopping Party to benefit The New York Women’s Foundation® (NYWF) at the Tous Boutique in Rockefeller Center with media partner Manhattan Magazine. Guests browsed display cases to preview looks from Tous’ Fall/Winter Collection. Guests included: Jean Shafiroff, Ana Oliveira, Andrea Greeven Douzet, Carol Wilkenson, Christina Ramelli, Dr. Judith Hellman, Helen Johnson, Lewaa Khalek, Jill Sand & Dr. Barry Weintraub, Martin Shafiroff, Michael de Paulo, Elizabeth Shafiroff, Patrick Hazlewood, Ashley Sousa, Jennifer Powers, Tracy Stern, Brett Tinsley and Flo Anthony. Dr. Judith Hellman Ashley Sousa With Kathleen Giordano Romona Keveza Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist and activist, is a volunteer fundraiser and leader of severa

JESSIE J TO HEADLINE TIMES SQUARE NEW YEARS

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Jessie J Times Square Alliance and Countdown Entertainment, co-organizers of New Year’s Eve in Times Square, today announced that Jessie J will perform in Times Square on New Year’s Eve as the headliner of the live commercial-free webcast. The seventh annual webcast, enabled by Livestream, will cover the action and festivities in Times Square, beginning with the Ball Raising at 6 p.m. EST, plus live musical performances, hourly countdowns, behind-the-scenes stories, and star-studded interviews as anticipation builds towards the midnight countdown and the famous Ball Drop. International music sensation and Grammy Award nominee Jessie J will perform several of her top hits throughout the night and will continue the New Year’s Eve tradition of singing John Lennon’s “Imagine” moments before midnight. The British artist is best known for her wide vocal range and unconventional performance style, mixing soul vocals with contemporary, hip-hop and pop. Additi

HOMAGE TO CONSUELO VANDERBILT COSTIN FASHION

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**** NEW YORK CITY STYLE Photos By: Patrick McMullan **** Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin A new line of jewelry for HSN inspired by "America's Royal Family" Inspired by the jewels worn by five generations of Vanderbilt's, one of America's Royal Families, Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin, developed a range of pearl and diamond fashion jewelry with HSN. Called Homage, Consuelo hosted the collections launch with the support of friends including Avenue's Randi Schatz, Tracy Stern, Cassandra Seidenfeld, Nicole Noonan and Lindsay Stokes from TOWN Residential. Cassandra Seidenfeld Randi Schatz Midway through the event, Consuelo made a short speech to thank her talented team who helped create the pieces and support her journey. The crowd, including Ramona Singer, Kathleen Giordano, Montgomery Frazier, Cole Rumbough, Beth Shak, Nancy Pearson and Maggie Norris all applauded in encouragement. A direct descendent of railroad tycoon, Co

SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR DINES @ BEAUTY & ESSEX

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Sarah Michelle Gellar Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar and her friends were seen enjoying dinner at NYC hotspot Beauty & Essex in New York City. Geller arrived at 9pm looking chic as ever wearing a white flowy sweater and jeans. The group enjoyed some of Beauty & Essex fantastic dishes including Brussels Sprout Jewel, Lobster Tacos, Lobster Mac N Cheese, Thai Shrimp, Chicken Meatballs, Short Ribs, BBQ Fries, Onion Rings and to top it off Pot de Creme, Doughnuts, and a Bacon Sundae. The group was seen laughing enjoying each other’s company for the remainder of the night. The Vault is one of Beauty & Essex’s intimate private dining spaces that seats up to 20 guests. To book a reservation, visit www.beautyandessex.com .  Photo By: Media Punch INC  

KIMBERLY WILLIAMS-PAISLEY AT HUFFINGTON POST

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Kimberly Williams-Paisley Kimberly Williams-Paisley visited Huffington Post Live in New York City the other day. Photo By: Diego Corredor/MediaPunch

JEAN SHAFIROFF HOSTS MISSION SOCIETY HOLIDAY FETE

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Jean Shafiroff And Elsie McCabe Thompson Zang Toi Jean Shafiroff held a private holiday luncheon in honor of The New York Mission Society at Michael’s New York. Those in attendance included Jean Shafiroff (Philanthropist & Activist); Elsie McCabe Thompson (President, The New York Mission Society); Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia; Zang Toi (Designer); Jeanne Lawrence (Writer, New York Social Diary); Geoffrey Bradfield (Interior Designer); Ann Rapp; Barbara Tober; CeCe Black; George Gurley; Kevin Roche; Ben Widdecombe; Randi Schatz (President, AVENUE Magazine); Edgar Batista; Andrea Greeven Douzet (Publisher, Manhattan Magazine); Carole Belladora; Craig Dix, Chele Chiavacci-Farley; Chiu-Ti Jansen; Lee Fryd; Roy Kean;  Alison Minton (Contributor, New York Social Diary); Marilyn Kirschner (Editor, TheLookOnline); Ernest Schmatolla (Founder, TheLookOnline); and Victor De Souza (Designer). A donation on behalf of each guest was made in honor of The New York Mission So

DWAYNE 'THE ROCK' JOHNSON NOW FATHER OF TWO

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Dwayne Johnson Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is now officially a father of two! The 43-year-old wrestler-turned-actor's girlfriend Lauren Hashian gave birth to a healthy baby girl on Wednesday, sources confirm to E! News exclusively . This is the first child for the couple together and the second for Dwayne, who has a 14-year-old daughter named Simone with ex-wife Dany Garcia. Dwayne was very emotional and excited seeing his newborn daughter for the first time, says an insider, adding that the proud dad is thrilled for mom and baby to both be doing so well. Both parents are said to be beyond happy for this next chapter in their lives. Lauren, a singer-songwriter, opened up about her impending motherhood in an Instagram post over the weekend. "So grateful and in awe of this time. To experience creating a little life is just incredible," she wrote. "This beautiful cycle of life and womanhood beginning again. And like Big Daddy says -

WILL SMITH & LIAM NEESON AT CONCUSSION SCREENING

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Liam Neeson David Morse Will Smith Will Smith along with David Morse and Liam Neeson were photographed at the NY special screening of Concussion at the AMC Loews Lincoln Square in New York City last night. Photos By: Diego Corredor/MediaPunch