Sports in 2 Minutes Sep 12, 2007
Fans rally support for Bills Everett after injuryBUFFALO, N.Y. There s no shortage of J.P. Losman s No. 7 or Lee Evans 83 among the Buffalo Bills fans who wear their loyalty on their backs. Look for No. 85 to make a showing in the bleachers of Ralph Wilson Stadium the next time the Bills play at home, a show of support for injured tight end Kevin Everett. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
The Dinner Party with a difference Sep 10, 2007
Sharpen your business acumen and you could win 10,000. Navigation - link to other main sections from here. (Times Online)
You are invited... Sep 8, 2007
New to this world are Leo (Lee Evans) and Jackie (Jessie Wallace), an unaffected couple initially impressed but ultimately appalled by what they witness in Roger's kingdom. Cracks begin to develop as the evening progresses, culminating in an inevitable orgy of chaos as various home truths are revealed. (Scotsman)
Wealth of running backs elevates elite QBs in draft Sep 1, 2007
Speaking of Losman, we love the Bills offense this year - Lee Evans will become a Top 5 receiver, and Lynch will add to his rushing stats with a surprisingly high number of catches. As for receivers, we're not saying they're cheap, but we always expect to see them coming out of a limo with Paris, Britney or Lindsay. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
'Dangerous' Burns is hottest comic after Edinburgh award win Aug 27, 2007
Previous winners of the comedy prizes, which bring national recognition, include Lee Evans, Frank Skinner, and Al Murray the Pub Landlord. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Slater to award top comedy prize Aug 13, 2007
Previous winners have included Steve Coogan, Lee Evans and the League of Gentlemen. The prize is now in its 27th year, and was rebranded in 2006 when finance group Intelligent Finance took over sponsorship. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
NFL camp capsules Jul 18, 2007
WR Lee Evans is a superstar in the making, and team brass hopes Lynch steps in and gives the unit more on the ground (including effort) than McGahee. Spikes, Fletcher-Baker and Clements are major hits on a defense that is in a youth movement a year after losing five games by three points or less. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Music Listings Jul 13, 2007
One Night Band, JFK July 12 Sick Ones, Deadcats July 13 Awkward Stage, Abernethy, Cloudsplitter July 14 Blackberry Wood, Cora Fields July 15 Kelly Lee Evans July 16 Stinkbutter, Marmalade, Jim Black Collecive July 17 Indie Music Video Festival w/Canned Hamm July 18 The Gruff, Jess HIll July 19. Richard's on Richards 1036 Richards 604-687-6794. (Vancouver Sun)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Blue Star Mothers collects items for troops Jul 10, 2007
Social house starts at 6:30 p.m. with the program at 7 p.m. John Lee Evans, 50th Congressional District candidate, will speak, followed by Linda Poniktera of Psephos, a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring national and local election integrity ... John Lee Evans, 50th Congressional District candidate, will speak, followed by Linda Poniktera of Psephos, a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring national and local election integrity. (North County Times)
In the Spotlight: Thomas Hammock Jun 17, 2007
We had some great players in guys like Lee Evans, Anthony Davis and Erasmus James. The stadium was rocking and I felt the chills. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Evans Charity May Reach Rochester Jun 15, 2007
Lee Evans at Boys and Girls Club ... For me to be able to come out here to Rochester and see you guys and meet you guys means a lot to me," Buffalo Bills wide receiver Lee Evans told a group of kids at the Boys and Girls Club of Rochester. And if you've ever met Evans, you know he meant every one of those words. However his appearance at the club Thursday afternoon may have meant even more to the kids. It's so happy to have a wide receiver at the Boys and Girls Club of Rochester and meet all... (R News)
Spike TV Television Highlights - July 2007 Jun 5, 2007
Starring Jackie Chan, Lee Evans and Claire Forlani. -- LEGEND OF DRUNKEN MASTER (1994, Action/Comedy) Telecasts Thursday, July 5 (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, ET/PT). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
A Barber Believes - Church communities rally behind Lee Evans after his triple bypass surgery May 10, 2007
Joan PringleWhile barber Lee Evans spent years taking care of Anacortes residents hair, he was also building up a following that helped him when a health emergency kept him away from his business, The Clipper, for eight weeks. When Lee Evans, owner of The Clipper barbershop in Anacortes, was feeling sick in December, he didn t realize how bad it was. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
Last night's TV May 9, 2007
Lee Evans abandoned some of his bonkersness and put in a fine performance as HG Wells's hapless comic hero. Anne-Marie Duff, as his joyless wife, played her usual joyless self, something she's very good at. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Lee likes this Polly fella May 6, 2007
COMEDIAN Lee Evans recognised something of himself when playing an ordinary man with a big heart in a new TV drama. The History of Mr Polly (ITV1, Monday, 9pm) tells the bittersweet story of Alfred Polly, in a film based on HG Wells' book. (Manchester Evening News)
Football drought nullified Apr 13, 2007
native is the son of U.S. Olympian Lee Evans, who held the world record in the 400 meters for 20 years after winning two gold medals at the 1968 games. Keith Evans was an all-league running back in high school and at Spokane Falls Community College in Washington. (Anchorage Daily News)
Producers to finish on Broadway Feb 24, 2007
Lee Evans (r) appeared in the Producers alongside Nathan Lane ... British stars Lee Evans has also appeared in the production. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Brand of humourA church-run comedy club that won't offend - but will it be as funny? Feb 22, 2007
Billy Connelly is excellent - he uses swearing but his style is so good you forget - but on the other hand I used to enjoy Lee Evans - until I saw his live act - totally ruined by his swearing, swearing can just be put in to fill the gaps - no skill needed. Its more about how and when its used - blasphemy is always wrong. (BBC News -- UK)
'Something About Mary' is vibrant and daring Feb 16, 2007
Undeterred, Ted and Dom head to Miami, where both compete with Pat for Mary's affection along with Tucker (Lee Evans), a British intellectual who suspiciously seems to be running the same game as Pat. The mantra "less is more" doesn't apply to the humor in the film, which always takes the low road for shocking sight gags, which a family newspaper cannot do justice in describing. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
First Night: The Dumb Waiter, Trafalgar Studios, London Feb 10, 2007
The Dumb Waiter was then half of a double bill and its two leads certainly weren't played by actors as well known as Lee Evans and Jason Isaacs. In this early play, Pinter's disquieting tone has a looseness and freshness far from the cranked-up intimidation of more recent work. (Independent)
• Kent Denny's Reopens Jan 27, 2007
Frank Lee Evans, 23, of Kent, walked into the restaurant early Sunday morning, and after flashing gang signs and threatening diners, approached a group of people he mistakenly thought had argued with him earlier outside a nightclub, according to charging papers filed in King County Superior Court. He began throwing their food on the floor and, when one of the men stood up to him, Evans punched him, leading to a fist fight that knocked Evans to the floor, a deputy prosecutor alleged Wednesday. (Q13.com, WA)
'Pinter? You've got to have fun with it' Jan 22, 2007
He's best known for his slapstick - but Lee Evans is tackling one of the toughest roles in theatre ... What a peculiar career Lee Evans has had ... Lee Evans' interview persona is nearly as practised as that of his kinetic stand-up. (Guardian Unlimited)
Scouting report Dec 31, 2006
Lee Evans, who leads the Bills with seven touchdowns, is their best deep threat. Edge: Ravens. (SunSpot.net)
Kucko Report: Bills Playoff Hopes Finished Dec 26, 2006
"All we wanted was an opportunity," said Bills receiver Lee Evans. "It came down to the end of the game and, defensively, they made more plays than we did offensively.". (WROCTV.com, NY)
Playoff Run Ends Dec 25, 2006
Wide receiver Lee Evans throwing off a lateral, hit tight end Robert Royal two yards inside the end line, but Royal strode out of bounds with the ball. Buffalo settled for a field goal to go up 29-20. (R News)
Playoffs a mathematical possibility Dec 12, 2006
Wide receiver Lee Evans is the first NFL player to score three touchdown pass plays of 75 yards or more in a season since Cleveland's Webster Slaughter in 1989. Approximately 6,800 tickets for Sunday's game remain and can be purchased at the Ralph Wilson Stadium box office or by calling 877-BB-TICKS.. (Buffalo News -- Sports)
Preview capsules Dec 10, 2006
Fast facts: Bills: WR Lee Evans has career highs with 65 receptions for 925 yards. Jets: Will double 2005 win total with their next victory. (USA Today -- Sports)
LT delivers for Chargers Dec 4, 2006
We just didnt do enough offensively in the first half to give ourselves a chance, Bills receiver Lee Evans said. NFL. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Survival not a worry for Losman Nov 28, 2006
He'll lock onto Lee Evans now and then. He'll throw an interception that makes you want to tear your hair out. (Buffalo News -- Sports)
weekend grid Nov 24, 2006
Bills: WR Lee Evans already has a career-high 55 receptions. LB London Fletcher-Baker has reached 100 tackles for the eighth consecutive season. (USA Today -- Sports)
Brandt: Week 11 Fast facts Nov 22, 2006
Wide receiver Lee Evans had a career day for the Buffalo Bills ... Lee Evans Bills wears No. 83 and had two first-quarter touchdown catches of 83 yards each. (NFL.com)
Price to Losman: I'm open over here Nov 22, 2006
The No. 2 receiver behind Lee Evans has been trying to give young quarterback J.P. Losman enough time to get comfortable with the offense. He figures Losman will eventually find him. (Buffalo News -- Sports)
Bad day leaves onlookers uncomfortably numb Oct 24, 2006
This is the point where I'm supposed to remind everyone that it's "not all about the quarterback." Yes, the offensive line is a mess and the receiving corps is thin after Lee Evans, and the defense isn't giving Losman much help. Still, the quarterback is the most important player. (Buffalo News)
A successful week was well-received Oct 19, 2006
Bills receiver Lee Evans very quietly has had four straight games with at least seven receptions. Kudos to the caller who stumped Damon Bruce and me on KNBR's Fantasy Football Friday with Miami wide receiver Derek Hagan. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
- Anne-Marie Duff on playing tough women Oct 14, 2006
Now Duff is working on an adaptation of HG Wells's The History Of Mr Polly, with Lee Evans, and a film set in modern-day Ireland. "One of them's a trollop and one of them's a shrew, so I can exorcise all my demons." We get up to go. (Guardian Unlimited)
Bears Q&A: Ask David Haugh Oct 6, 2006
"It's not because of the cold, just something that happened at practice, no big deal,'' Berrian said. Berrian has been wearing out defensive backs as badly as his gloves, catching 15 passes for 316 yards and three TDs in the first four games. He leads the league with three TDs of 40 or more yards. It would be hard to find a more improved wide receiver in the NFL this season. That's a relevant point to ponder this week with the Buffalo Bills coming to town. Lining up at wide receiver for the... (Chicago Tribune)
Bills are still in better shape than last year Sep 29, 2006
Bills receiver Lee Evans noticed an immediate change in New York's defense as well. hey started to play guys a little differently. (Wellsville Daily Reporter, NY)
Pennington's must-see TV if Losman is to grow Sep 26, 2006
" Losman will learn from it. You don't learn only from your successes in the NFL, but from your failures, too. Losman has to learn to feel the pressure coming from his blind side - especially when Willis McGahee is whiffing on his blitz pickup. Losman needs to learn when to hold the ball and when to throw it away. This loss was a splash of cold water to the face. The Bills are better than expected, but they lost to a mediocre Jets team with no running game. They're a work in progress, with five... (Buffalo News)
Fantasy football chat Sep 20, 2006
I like Lee Evans as previously stated and only think it's a matter of time for him. And I love Houshmandzadeh once he gets better. (USA Today -- Sports)
Breakdowns in all phases sink Dolphins Sep 19, 2006
We're calling on you to send us your high school photos: College and pro tailgating: Youth sports. free sports contests you can play every week to earn raffle tickets and bid for prizes. (Orlando Sentinel)
Bills on right track, but aren't there yet Sep 8, 2006
" That's refreshing, coming from the owner. He's right. After five years of false hope, Bills fans should have modest expectations for this year's team. It's a team with possibilities, but one that will require patience and time, a bad team on its way to becoming average. Donahoe left the roster in dubious shape. There is a core of emerging young players, but virtually no stars, guys who can be considered near the elite in the NFL at their positions. The Bills finished 28th in offense and 29th... (Buffalo News -- Sports)
Former boy band star group Aug 29, 2006
The unnamed group will feature Brian McIntosh from S Club 7, Danny Wood from New Kids On The Block, Danny Constable from 911, Lee Evans from Steps and Dane Bowers from Another Level ... The only problem is, Lee Evans has already been axed from the group, with the rest of the band complaining that he wasn't bringing enough to the table. (VHI.com -- Undercover Music News)
Phil Nichol wins top comedy award Aug 27, 2006
Other previous winners have included Steve Coogan, Lee Evans and the League of Gentlemen. VIDEO AND AUDIO NEWS. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
WEBSITE OF THE DAY - edinburgh-festivals.com Aug 14, 2006
The Perrier Award is up for grabs, as ever, and with the past winners reading like a whos who of British comedy (Frank Skinner, The League of Gentlemen, Lee Evans, Al Murray), youre assured of some quality entertainment. The Book Festival started over the weekend and features readings, discussions and signings throughout the month; a highlight must surely be Ian Rankin talking about his Rebus novels on Wednesday. (Pocket-lint.co.uk)
Fringe loses Perrier sparkle as online bank agrees comedy awards ... Jun 15, 2006
Past winners include Steve Coogan, Frank Skinner, Lee Evans and The League Of Gentlemen. Rosyth-based Intelligent Finance, a subsidiary of Halifax Bank of Scotland, is to back the awards for at least three years, said Mark Parker, the managing director. (Scotsman)
Perrier ends comedy tie Jun 15, 2006
Other winners include Steve Coogan, Lee Evans and The League of Gentlemen. "Twenty five years is a record time for a sponsorship and we felt that it is time for us to explore new opportunities," said Perrier's managing director Stefano Agostini. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
The Guardian profile: Sonia Friedman May 19, 2006
"The youngest daughter of violinist Leonard Friedman, Friedman was brought up in a high-achieving musical family which she once described as "a rather disgusting Von Trapp set-up". Her elder sister is the acclaimed musical actress Maria Friedman; and her siblings all performed to the highest level.Friedman could have been a professional cellist, but tellingly once commented that she knew that she would never be more than a second cellist. She set out to make herself first in another field -... (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
- Carol Sarler Apr 23, 2006
But in the late 1990s, he made an extraordinary move, taking on Addison Cresswell (Lee Evans, Jack Dee) as his manager, a deal which, or so decided le tout Londres, could never work: they're too similar, everyone said, like two sticks of walking adrenaline. Yet within months, Cresswell was demanding - and getting - small fortunes, simply by pointing out the slightly-forgotten obvious: Ross is still better than the rest. (Guardian Unlimited)
Coming soon: Samuel Beckett on celluloid Mar 31, 2006
Law, Minghella's ode to Samuel Beckett : HindustanTimes. Thursday, March 30, 2006. (Hindustan Times)
