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Bucks County Cheesesteak Spot Listed as One of the Best in the Philadelphia Region
Curly's Comfort Foods in Levittown has been listed as one of the best cheesesteak shops in the area. There is a new array of cheesesteak shops that have sprung up in the Philadelphia region over the last four years, offering new takes on this old favorite, writes Matthew Korfhage for northjersey.com.
Warrington Restaurant Ranked One of the Five Best Pizza Spots in Pennsylvania
The Bucks County pizza spot now has a well-respected title in the local food industry. An eatery in Warrington has been named one of the top five pizza restaurants in the entire state of Pennsylvania, a rare and coveted accolade. Jason Rathman wrote about the Bucks County pizza spot for PhillyBite Magazine.
Former Diverse Dance Company space within Jenkintown Wells Fargo building is up for lease
5,500 sf of flex space is available in the Wells Fargo Building at 400 Old York Road in Jenkintown, the former home of Diverse Dance Company. According to the listing, the space exists in the building’s basement and is available August 1. From the description:. Amazing opportunity located in...
South Jersey nonprofit 'Paws Healing Heroes' pairs service dogs with veterans in need
As a military veteran, Mark Eberle knew far too well the struggles of returning to civilian life.Once seeing how service dogs made the difference for fellow veterans, his mission became Paws Healing Heroes.This South Jersey nonprofit pairs dogs with those who served, so no veteran's needs are forgotten."Our goal is to rescue dogs from shelters and foster programs and train them for disabled veterans like myself," said Co-Founder and President of Paws Healing Heroes, Mark Eberly.Their training of the animals occurs at Alpha & Omega Working Dogs."It heals me along the process. You know, I had my own trauma, but the sense of joy and accomplishment, it's just a really amazing feeling when it's all said and done," said Eberly.For more information, check out the video above.Also, check out their website.
According to Philadelphia Magazine, Here are the Best Jewish Delis in Montgomery County
As a sandwich-obsessed region with a significant Jewish community, the Philadelphia area is full of excellent Jewish delis. Two of the best are close to home in Montgomery County, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for Philadelphia Magazine. Hymie’s Deli in Merion Station offers all the classic Jewish deli staples, including a...
Montgomery County Dining Scene Is Set to Welcome Two Culinary Newcomers
The ever-shifting array of the Montgomery County dining scene will see some new arrivals over the next handful of months, as reported by Michael Klein in The Philadelphia Inquirer. In the Jewish deli category, for example, Montgomeryville is getting its own edition of The Kibitz Room. A long-established Cherry Hill...
Philadelphia Parks to Transform into Free Open-Air Cinemas This Summer
Philadelphia is gearing up for a summer of starlit cinema as over 35 parks transform into open-air movie theaters, presenting a menu of movies that promises to charm cinephiles and families alike. Through the collaborative efforts of Philadelphia's Park Friends Groups, Fairmount Park Conservancy, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, locals are invited to sprawl out on their blankets and indulge in silver-screen hits from the nostalgic "Back to the Future" to blockbuster family adventures like "Kung Fu Panda 4" and "Barbie", all without spending a dime.
How to deter cats from scratching up your furniture | Pet Project
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Scratching is one of the most basic instincts for our feline companions, but it can be difficult for owners to understand when cats begin scratching up their living rooms."It is a normal behavior, but try and tell that to some of your furniture," says Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson.Luckily, Erickson says there are a few ways to encourage cats to scratch while saving your living room decor.Restricting access to what your cat is inappropriately scratching is an easy and obvious solution, but Erickson says a scratching post is key. Ideally, the post will have a similar...
‘Each other’s safety net’: People’s Kitchen serves up hot meals, community care in South Philly
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Chef Aziza Young, El Compadre Restaurant and 215 People’s Alliance started The People’s Kitchen during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Four years later, it is...
FYI Philly visits the birthplace of strombolis, Philly's 1st Cheesesteak bar and more
Christie Ileto and Alicia Vitarelli visit the birthplace of the stromboli, a spot for unique cheesesteak flavors, and a 24/7 spot for cheese.Delco family business Romano's Pizzeria celebrates 80 years of strombolis Pete Romano, Jr. runs Romano's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant in Essington, just like his father and grandfather did.His grandfather, Nazzareno Romano, immigrated from Italy. He was a stone mason, turned pie maker."My father opened up the business December 1, 1944," says Pete Romano, Sr.It was first called the Essington Pizzeria.They moved to their current location in 1954, and now, Romano's is famous for its Stromboli."Grandpop started with three...
'Harmful Algae' Closes Gifford Pinchot State Park To Swimmers
Due to "harmful algae conditions," the beach is closed until " acceptable water sample test results are received," park management said on Facebook. Boating and fishing are still permitted, but parkgoers should take caution to avoid direct contact with the water. Officials say to:. Wash hands after coming into contact...
Towamencin Votes to Draft Backyard Chicken Ordinance
Something fowl is happening in Towamencin. According to The Reporter, township supervisors directed the planning commission to draft an ordinance to allow backyard chickens on about a dozen residential properties. Supervisors Chairman Chuck Wilson said discussions have been going back and forth from the commission and supervisors since about 2017,...
Real estate posting sparks concern for beloved NJ pub
PENNSAUKEN — Despite a real estate posting with the same address as The Pub, a person with close ties to the iconic restaurant reassures the Cherry Hill Courier-Post that nothing is happening to the place. This spark of concern comes as The Pub is temporarily closed for “renovations and...
Italian family celebrates 50 years of formal wear in Montgomery County
Caterina Laguda and her late husband, Tony, immigrated to the United States from Italy with a dream.Tony was a masterful tailor, and together, they opened 'Tony Laguda Formal Wear,' which is celebrating its 50th anniversary today.Caterina and her sons continue to operate the business, serving the Montgomery County community for weddings, proms, and more.The family invited friends, customers, and other local business owners to celebrate in their store today with coffee, cake, and traditional Italian desserts.To learn more about Tony Laguda Formal Wear, watch the video above and visit their Facebook page.RELATED: Dozens become U.S. citizens aboard Battleship New Jersey during special ceremony
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