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Pennsylvania Has 2 Of The Worst Olive Garden Restaurants In US, Study Says
That's according to price-monitoring website Pricelisto, which analyzed TripAdvisor and Google reviews for 882 locations across the country. The Bala Cynwyd and Willow Grove Olive Gardens are the third- and fourth-worst-rated franchises on the list, with only 46.83 percent and 46.89 percent of diners leaving "excellent" reviews, respectively. The only...
In Upper Darby: Man in Mask Snatches Alligator From Darby Creek
The urban myth about alligators in the sewers came closer to reality this week when Upper Darby Police reported that a two-foot alligator was spotted in Darby Creek in Upper Darby, writes Tom Ignudo for CBS News Philadelphia. Someone walking their dog at Penn Pines Park near Providence Road contacted...
Broomall Store Makes List of Best Bagel Shops in the Region
Philly has great hoagies, cheesesteaks, pizza and soft pretzels. Know what else?. You couldn’t always find great bagels in Philadelphia, writes Jillian Wilson, Michael Klein and Craig LaBan. Only in recent years have bagel shops started to appear on the regional landscape. Now there are curated menus of freshly...
Western-inspired clothing brand Tecovas opens first Pa. location in King of Prussia Mall
A major fashion trend so far this year is "coastal cowgirl" — involving suede, denim, leather, cowboy hats and cowboy boots — and a Western-inspired clothing brand has arrived in Pennsylvania just in time for style enthusiasts to embrace the trend. Tecovas opened its first store in the...
Elmwood Park Zoo opens new veterinary health center to enhance animal care
NORRISTOWN, Pa. (CBS) — Elmwood Park Zoo is turning 100, and it's opening a new veterinary health center to celebrate a century of fun and furry friends in Norristown, Pennsylvania.The zoo began in 1924 when a private landowner gifted a small piece of land and a few white-tailed deer to the Borough of Norristown. Managed by the Borough as part of Elmwood Park, it showcased many animals throughout the 1920s, including monkeys, bears, peacocks, deer, raccoons, and rabbits.Besides its animal exhibits, the zoo was a popular spot due to the natural spring that gave clean water to local residents.Fast forward 100 years,...
ShopRite to bring scan-as-you-go smart carts to some Philly region stores
Four ShopRite stores in the Philadelphia area will be the first in Pennsylvania where customers can use high-tech shopping carts that keep running totals of their groceries and unlock rewards. The New Jersey-based supermarket chain said Thursday it will introduce the carts at the following stores:. • ShopRite of Morrell...
Mostly Muttz Rescue holds adoption event in Royersford
MONTGOMERY CO., Pa. - A family and pet-friendly event in Montgomery County put the spotlight on stray and lost dogs this weekend. Dogs like Twix here, one of about a half dozen dogs who are looking to be adopted this weekend. The group Mostly Muttz Rescue took over the Royersford...
For 25 years, horror fans have been re-creating 'The Blob' in Phoenixville
A gelatinous monster from outer space seeps into the projection room of a movie theater, sending teenagers screaming from the building. This scene from 1958's "The Blob" is now considered a classic of the sci-fi schlock canon, and it has inspired an annual tradition at the Blobfest, the Phoenixville festival held every summer at the theater that started it all.
National Dog Show Tickets on Sale for Nov. 16-17 Event at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
The Kennel Club of Philadelphia has set Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17, as the dates for the 2024 National Dog Show weekend. The Kennel Club of Philadelphia has set Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17, as the dates for the 2024 National Dog Show weekend at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center located at 100 Station Avenue in Oaks.
Getting Ready for the 4th of July
On Thursday evening Skippack Fire Company members were busy getting the trucks ready for the upcoming festivities. On Friday Night we will be at Skippack Pharmacy's 5th anniversary party at the 4-H center. Then on the 4th of July we will be in the Skippack Parade and then we will be on stand by at the fireworks.
Kennett Underground Railroad Tour Reveals Area’s Stories of Struggle and Liberation
In acknowledgment of Juneteenth, the Kennett Underground Railroad tour focused on the Underground Railroad and abolition movements. In acknowledgment of Juneteenth, the Kennett Underground Railroad tour on June 16 focused on the Underground Railroad and the abolition movements, writes Gabbie Burton for the Chester County Press. Through five featured stops...
Tasty Cooking Classes Delight at Chef Dad's Table
Chef Dad’s Table provides hands-on Vocational and Food Service Skills Training as well as Family and Consumer Science education to children and adults. Students enrolled in their classes learn to be savvy consumers and acquire kitchen skills that they carry with them throughout life. Chef Dad's Table educates students about food insecurity with the hope that they can help alleviate this hardship that affects so many. They partner with houses of worship and work in the community to help those who are food insecure.
Engines roar at Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles' "Hoods-up" weekend
BOYERTOWN, Pa. - That was the sound of a 1917 Poleman's engine starting. Just one of the many sounds you can hear at the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles' Hoods up weekend. Museum-goers can check out early and experimental engines from vehicles built right here in Pennsylvania. Don't worry if...
Bryn Mawr Film Institute Survived the Pandemic and Continues Thriving Through Innovation
Bryn Mawr Film Institute relies on innovation to set itself apart from many other movie theaters which helped it survived COVID and continues to thrive today. Bryn Mawr Film Institute relies on innovation to set itself apart from many other movie theaters which helped it survived COVID, writes Paul Jablow for Main Line Today.
The Greenhouse on the Roof
One of the most striking features of Singer Hall, our new building for the departments of biology, engineering and psychology, is the large greenhouse perched upon the roof. Many a Swattie, myself included, have found themselves wondering what goes on inside this crown jewel of Singer, especially upon seeing its incandescent glow that illuminates the early hours of the night. This past spring, the Biology Club sent around an email informing its members that they could sign up for tours of this secret rooftop garden. Being a plant lover, I immediately pounced on this opportunity and signed up for the soonest tour that was available.
Phoenixville’s Kevin Bacon Stands with Musical Freedom with his Cover of Beyonce’s ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’
Kevin Bacon recently embraced the country elements of Beyonce’s single ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’ in his inspiring Instagram cover. Kevin Bacon recently posted a cover of Beyonce’s single ‘Texas Hold ‘Em,’ reports Dan DeLuca for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The song has garnered heated debate about whether it can be labeled as a country song.
Wine & Chocolate Tasting July 12 at Grace Winery
The Inn at Grace Winery (formerly Sweetwater Farm Bed and Breakfast) is a tranquil haven situated on fifty acres in the historic Brandywine Valley located at 50 Sweetwater Rd, Glen Mills, Pa. Join chocolate sommelier Estelle Tracy and winemaker Andrew Yingst Friday, July 12 from 6 – 7:30 pm for an exclusive wine & chocolate pairing event at Grace Winery. You’ll sample four wine and chocolate pairings and learn how to create your own pairings.
The Dunwich Dolls Reveal Pioneer Season
The Dunwich Dolls: Theatre Collective is a new theatrical production entity founded by Sushi Soucy, August Riley Greenwood, and January Eyler made to produce queer and diverse theater. Their pioneer production as a company, “Totaled: A Folk Rock Thriller” will be making its world premiere on August 9th and 10th at Theatre Horizon in Norristown, PA. Following that up, there will be a concert featuring August Greenwood and their writing partner Nalah Aidan Palmer featuring original work they’ve written over the years. The season will be topped off with Sushi Soucy’s highly anticipated musical “Lucifer’s Law”. More information about venue and dates for the latter two shows are TBA at a later date.
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