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Black-Owned Seafood Restaurants In Philadelphia
Philly cheesesteaks and hoagies take center stage when people visit Philadelphia. It’s the first thing on everyone’s foodie bucket list, and for good reason. However, that’s not the only thing Philly should be known for. Several bodies of water surround Philadelphia, and with any coastal city, seafood should be at the top of your mind. What restaurants offer… Continue reading Black-Owned Seafood Restaurants In Philadelphia
Warmer, sunnier weather arrives in Philadelphia region
We've made it! After a solid week of gloomy and damp conditions, the sunshine will make an appearance in Philadelphia Thursday afternoon and be around through the weekend. The late part of the week will be gorgeous, with highs in the mid to upper 70s. One or two spots may even hit 80 degrees Friday or Saturday. A very weak front could spark a stray shower overnight Friday into Saturday, but the weekend looks gorgeous. The warm and sunny weather will persist through the weekend with highs in the upper 70s — perfect for Phillies fans — before another front brings shower...
Historic Rilling’s Bakery in Warminster to Shut Its Doors Soon
Rilling's Bucks County Bakery, a treasured establishment since 1936, is closing its doors this spring as the owners retire. Rilling’s Bucks County Bakery, a treasured Warminster establishment since 1936, is closing its doors, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch. The owners of the third-generation family business, nestled in the...
Speck’s Drive-In Makes List of Best Places to Eat Fried Chicken in Philadelphia
Speck’s Drive-In in Collegeville is one of the best places to eat fried chicken in the Philadelphia area. Speck’s Drive-In, 3969 Ridge Pike, Collegeville, is one of the best places to eat fried chicken in the Philadelphia area, according to a list published by Philadelphia Magazine. This local...
Fancy Brigades Returning to 6abc
One of Philadelphia's favorite traditions will be returning to 6abc on New Year's Day.The 2025 Fancy Brigade Show will be broadcast on 6abc's Localish Network, at 8pm January 1st.The Fancy Brigade announces New Year's Day plans.Anthony Stagliano, the Business Agent with the Fancy Brigade Association made the announcement Wednesday morning at LIVE! Casino and Hotel.The Fancy Brigades perform twice at the Pa. Convention Center on New Year's Day, at 11:30 and again at 5pm. Tickets are available at https://fancy-brigade-association.ticketleap.com/2025-fancy-brigade-finale/.This is the third year that 6abc has teamed up with the Fancy Brigade Association to share its New Year's Day competition, and the first year that viewers will be able to see the event on The Localish Network.The Localish Network airs on Channel 6.2 over the air, 790 on Comcast/Xfinity and 466 on Verizon Fios. The entire program will also be streamed here on 6abc.com, our mobile apps, and our apps for Apple TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV and Roku.
Retired Camden Hospital Worker, 76, Killed In Woodlynne Crash: Police
Paulette Lee, 76, died on Thursday, Sept. 26, a Camden County Police Department spokesperson said. Officers responded to the crash involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Ferry and Parker avenues at around 7:35 p.m. Paramedics rushed Lee to Cooper University Hospital where she was pronounced dead. The driver stayed...
Wawa takes 1st place, tops rival Sheetz in national convenience store survey
When you need something quick and delicious, where do you go? Your neighborhood Wawa, of course!And now, our beloved convenience store is officially the king of all convenience stores - even beating out rival Sheetz.The Philadelphia-based chain has earned a loyal following for its hoagies. And who doesn't enjoy a cup of coffee on the go?Wawa received the highest marks for customer satisfaction among all U.S. chains, according to the American Customer Satisfaction Index.Wawa earned 82 out of 100 points, beating Sheetz by just three points!Oklahoma-based chain, QuikTrip came in second and Texas-based Buc-ees came in third, tied with Murphy USA.Sheetz came in fifth.Experts say convenience stores are no longer just quick stops for gas and snacks, they're becoming serious competitors in the food service industry.And with Wawa's vast menu -- including cheap eats from Turkey gobblers to Pizza -- it's easily a favorite among customers.
Bucks County Breaks Record for Biggest Real Estate Transaction Ever, But Sale Wasn’t to Who Was Rumored
The sale of more than 100 acres in Plumstead marks the biggest real estate transaction in Bucks County history. A recent sale of more than 100 acres in Plumstead broke the record for the biggest residential real estate sale in Bucks County’s history, writes Joe Ciavaglia for Philly Blurbs.
Philadelphia police say they'll be deploying new tools to fight back against wild and dangerous illegal car meets
Police plan to use drones in their ongoing fight against illegal street racing meetups, according to officials who testified Tuesday before a City Council committee hearing.
Dockworkers strike; ports shut down
Tens of thousands of dockworkers are walking the picket lines at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts. The strike of about 45,000 longshoremen and port operators could have a major effect on the country’s economy. Read more trending news The strike from Maine to Texas started at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, The New York Times reported. Workers demand higher pay and automation controls and is the first strike since 1977, according to The Associated Press.
Owners, Trainers Accuse Parx Racing of Not Properly Maintaining Its Turf Following Death of Several Horses
While the Parx Casino in Bensalem is one of the wealthiest casinos in the world, some horse owners and trainers are claiming its turf horse racing track is dangerously unmaintained, write Jesse Bunch and Dylan Purcell for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The accusations follow two recent prominent horse deaths. On August...
Philadelphia sees a decline in drug overdose deaths among residents for the first time in 5 years, data show
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Fewer Philadelphians are dying from drug overdoses, according to new city data released Wednesday, which shows a decline in fatalities for the first time in five years. Data...
Doylestown Butcher Is Among the Top Butcher Shops and Meat Markets in PA
One Bucks County spot is among 41 prime butchers and meat markets in Pennsylvania that are offering a cut above to their communities. One Bucks County spot is among 41 prime butchers and meat markets in Pennsylvania that are offering a cut above to their communities, writes Leigh Green for the PA Eats.
Sales at Toll Brothers’ Newly Opened Malvern Townhomes Underway
Fort Washington-based Toll Brothers has opened sales at its 280-townhome development in Malvern, with the first move-in homes scheduled to be ready by next month, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Toll Brothers purchased the parcel at 367 Old Morehall Road in July last year from Knickerbocker Lands...
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