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Shore vacancies in Ocean City, high rental prices to blame
If you're among those still longing to secure some time at the beach, there's good news.Even now at peak season, there are still higher than normal vacancy rates, and prices are coming down.Action News spoke with a local realtor who said the week of July 6 used to always sell out, but he has 260 places open this week."People are going other places. It's a great time to fly. A lot of people are going abroad and going other places other than Ocean City. We do mostly one-week rentals. People do one week here and then go other places. Where...
Accordion aficionados gather in Philadelphia area this weekend
The American Accordionists' Association is proudly led by a father and son duo, Frank Busso Jr. and Sr. This weekend, they've squeezed a visit to the Philadelphia area into their schedule.The annual American Accordionists' Association festival will take place at the Marriott Philadelphia West in Conshohocken, PA, July 12-14, 2024. Many spaces are open to register for workshops and the accordion exhibit. Certain ticketed shows, however, have limited availability.To learn more about this show and upcoming events, visit their website.RELATED: West Philly mother creates memorial scholarship in her son's nameCynthia Allen keeps the memory of her teenage son, Zion, alive by providing scholarships to students who similarly love music.
Gov. Shapiro continues to support President Biden as Democratic presidential nominee
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told Action News in an exclusive interview on Friday that he continues to stand with President Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee.This comes amid calls for Biden to step aside after his performance in last month's debate.The governor said there is a very clear decision for voters to make between Biden and Donald Trump.SEE ALSO: Key moments from President Joe Biden's critical press conference Key moments, reaction from President Joe Biden's critical press conference"There are stark differences in this election, and there is a binary choice for people in this election," Shapiro said. "I want to...
FYI Philly visits Atlantic City for Shore fun and Gatsby-themed-lounge Midnight and the Wicked
Ducis Rodgers and Alicia Vitarelli visit Atlantic City for eats and fun and Midnight & the Wicked, a new Gatsby-themed lounge in Center City.La Placita transforms Cherry Street Pier into Puerto Rican chinchorreoDuck inside Cherry Street Pier and you'll see a colorful trolley serving Irv's Ice Cream.Deeper in, there's La Placita, serving Puerto Rican street food favorites.The scene is Philadelphia's version of a popular Puerto Rican pastime called chinchorreo, where people meet at their favorite street food joints and go hopping from one place to another.For Mariangeli Alicea, the vibe recreates her memories of growing up on the island.She and...
Emotional support therapist for local school district accused of raping 5-year-old
An emotional support therapist for a school district in New Castle County, Delaware is accused of raping a 5-year-old.John Arnold, 47, has been charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual abuse.Police say he was an emotional support therapist for the Brandywine School District.At this time, police say, there is no evidence that indicates any students from the school district were victimized.New Castle County police say the investigation began earlier this month when they were alerted to a sexual assault of a child that occurred in the community of Fairfax.During the investigation, police say the 5-year-old victim told detectives that...
Philadelphia native Dawn Staley wins Jimmy V Perseverance Award at 2024 ESPYs
North Philadelphia's own Dawn Staley was honored as the ESPYs celebrated a landmark year for women's sports.West Philadelphia's own Quinta Brunson handed Staley, who is the coach of the national champion South Carolina women's basketball team, the Jimmy V Award.Staley was honored for both her support and fight for equality for women's sports, and for her leadership in the fight against cancer.RELATED: 2024 ESPYS: Here's who won on sports biggest nightHer friend, Tennessee standout Nicki McCray-Penson, died of breast cancer and Staley's sister was diagnosed with leukemia.Staley's Gamecocks won the ESPY's best team award.Simone Biles and Caitlin Clark also took home trophies from the award show hosted by Serena Williams.
Top 6: Best bars in Philadelphia - Part 3
Maybe you can't make it down the shore this weekend or perhaps you have the post vacation blues. If you're looking for a little more than dinner and drinks, here are two Philadelphia bars that'll put a little oomph into your weekend.
Philadelphia Zoo welcomes baby Sumatran orangutan
The Philadelphia Zoo is going bananas for its newest animal.The zoo announced the birth of a baby Sumatran orangutan.It's the first birth of this species at the zoo in 15 years.The three-week-old baby's gender and name have yet to be determined.RELATED: Feed your favorite animals at Philadelphia ZooThe zoo says it is planning to have a big celebration next month and everyone is invited to join.Sumatran orangutans are listed as critically endangered.
Judge denies union's request to delay return-to-office deadline for Philadelphia city workers
A Philadelphia judge has denied a union's request to delay the deadline for city workers to return to the office full-time.The ruling came after two days of testimony over a lawsuit brought against the city by AFSCME District Council 47.That means the 20% of the workforce that has been on a hybrid schedule will be in the office five days per week starting Monday.Judge Sierra Thomas Street said Friday she didn't think the union was able to prove reputable harm.Mayor Cherelle Parker announced the July 15 deadline in May and made it clear earlier this week she was not backing...
Veterans ride the waves of therapy at surf camp in Brigantine
Veteran Brian Wiener has a yearly program where veterans participate in a surf camp."I am a vet. I do suffer from PTSD. And I have found such tranquility and such peace in that ocean. I feel as if it's something that needs to be shared with other people," said Brian Wiener.Their newly obtained hobby of surfing gives them an escape from their post-service struggles."Our goal is to give the veterans a different opportunity to experience some peace and tranquility with their PTSD, out in the water, on a surfboard, learning how to surf," said Wiener.For more information, check out their website.
Shelter Me: Cash, the husky mix, is looking for a playful companion
This week, 6abc's Shelter Me spotlighted ACCT Philly in North Philadelphia, which handles nearly 18,000 animals.ACCT Philly's Communications Coordinator Mikayla Allen introduced us to Cash, a bubbly, happy husky-mix pup.Cash is about 1 year old and absolutely loves to meet new friends. His happy and playful personality is totally contagious.Cash would work well in just about any home. He is known to work well with kids and other dogs. He is described as high-energy, but never too overwhelming. He loves to play but can also be very gentle and well-mannered.Cash would work well with someone looking for a playful companion and someone who's ready for fun and adventure.Volunteers say he is always eager to please and loves to show off his fetching skills.If you think you're a good match for Cash or any of his Shelter friends, you can visit ACCTphilly.org.
'Dead' tag lands woman's vehicle in PPA impound | Action News helps get her back on the road
A Montgomery County woman turned to the Action News Investigative Team to help untangle a license plate mishap that got her the boot.The discovery of the mistake began in June when the King of Prussia woman came out to find her car immobilized outside her job in Manayunk.But a call to the Philadelphia Parking Authority revealed a much bigger mess that she needed help to fix."This is my title. You can see I purchased it on August 9," said Brittany WalkerWalker bought the 1995 Mercedes Benz after seeing an acquaintance post it for sale on social media last summer for...
Pa. man accused of stalking underage girls using his drone calls it a 'hobby,' not harassment
A western Pennsylvania man is accused of using a drone to stalk and harass six people, including five underage girls.According to police, 44-year-old Michael Brackman, of Canonsburg, allegedly used a drone to follow his victims at least 120 times to stalk girls, following them when they left their houses, jumped on trampolines, visited a lemonade stand and a playground -- with the youngest being 12 years old. Brackman is accused of stalking his victims for one year."I'm not surprised, but I would say it's unique," FBI Supervisory Special Agent Tim Wolford said. "We have seen that child predators are becoming...
Pennsylvania lawmakers pass nearly $48B state budget almost 2 weeks late
Pennsylvania lawmakers ground through a flurry of votes Thursday to approve a budget deal, nearly two weeks into the new fiscal year after being slowed by disagreements during closed-door negotiations over Democrats' push for more public schools aid.The $47.6 billion plan for the fiscal year that started July 1 represents a 6% increase over last year's approved spending, with most of the new money going toward public schools and human services to boost pay for direct care workers.The plan also devotes more money to making college more affordable in a state that's rated as among the worst in the nation...
3 injured, roughly 50 displaced after 4-alarm fire destroys apartment building in Rhawnhurst
A massive four-alarm fire destroyed an apartment building in Philadelphia's Rhawnhurst neighborhood.The call came in around 9:24 p.m. Thursday for flames showing from the roof of the property located on the 7400 block of Roosevelt Blvd., just north of Cottman Avenue.Chopper 6 over apartment building fire in Rhawnhurst on July 11, 2024."On arrival companies found heavy smoke conditions emanating from the fourth floor. Companies went into service with an interior check to locate and find a fire while simultaneously looking for any occupants and making sure they were removed safely," said Fire Commissioner Jeffrey Thompson.The fire reached four alarms before...
Video released from shooting that left toddler, 2 teenagers wounded in North Philadelphia
Police have released video from a North Philadelphia shooting on Thursday night that left a toddler and two teenagers hospitalized with gunshot wounds.The gunfire began around 8:40 p.m. in the 1300 block of North 11th Street near Master Street and ended in the next block over.Police say it began as a drive-by shooting before one of the gunmen got out of the vehicle, a white Jeep Grand Cherokee, and continued shooting down the block.Multiple gunshots can be heard from a home surveillance camera as the Cherokee goes by.In another camera angle, a gunman on foot can be seen jumping into...
Kyle Lowry says he's re-signing with 76ers, staying in hometown
Kyle Lowry announced on Instagram on Thursday that he has agreed to remain with the Philadelphia 76ers.The deal is for one year, Lowry's agent Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.Talks with Bartelstein and 76ers president Daryl Morey ramped up last week as Lowry considered several contenders, sources told Wojnarowski. They landed on a deal Thursday for Lowry to return to his hometown Sixers where he'll shore up a veteran bench chasing a title around Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George.Lowry, 38, joined Philadelphia in the spring after being bought out by the Charlotte Hornets, who had...
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