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Philadelphia animal shelter paying people to foster dogs, cats to help with overcrowding
It's a challenge that usually comes with the summer season: overcrowding at animal shelters.But shelters say this year is even worse."Last year in May and June we took in 60 dogs under seven months old. This year we took in 125," said Sarah Barnett, the executive director of ACCT Philly.The shelter in Hunting Park is now doing something it's never done before: paying people to foster animals."We're asking people to just open their homes for a month," said Barnett." Every adult cat you foster you get $100, or like a cage of kittens, if you do it for a month,...
Chow Down at the Top Seven Best Diners in Montgomery County
Diners work their way into the local scenery in the Philadelphia region, including these seven best in Montgomery County. Ah, diners. Does anything else evoke a more nostalgic feel of good food and fun with family and friends? Montgomery County has an abundance of diners, all serving up that comfort food you love so much.
$150K Powerball Ticket Sold In Pennsylvania
The lucky player matched five of the six balls drawn to earn $150,000, state gaming officials said. The vendor, TNT Food Market at 5801 Market Street in West Philadelphia, will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning slip. Winners are not identified until they claim their prize and their...
Why subs and heros are called ‘hoagies’ in Philadelphia — and the bizarre history behind the name
Who came up with this jawn? In Philadelphia and environs, sandwiches have been given an iconic name reserved mostly for metro-area munchers: the hoagie. Residents of the City of Brotherly Love have coined one of America’s most famed regional cold cut sando synonyms — all apologies to the various homes of the grinder, the hero, the wedge, the torpedo and the sub. But how on Earth did this one come to be? Sink your teeth into this bit of stuffed submarine roll history. Reports from The Philadelphia Inquirer date it back to the World War I era and the city’s Hog Island shipyard —...
PSPCA hosts ‘Pittiefest’ adoption promotion: All ‘pitties’ just $5
If you looking to adopt a new dog and more specifically a pitbull, the PSPCA is hosting an adoption promotion that is perfect for YOU. Starting now through August 11, all classic pitties will have their adoption fees set at just $5. This promotion will be held at the Pennsylvania SPCA’s Philadelphia Headquarters on 350 […]
Coyote Snatches Dog Belonging to Delaware County Woman’s Daughter
Coyote sightings are becoming more common in Delaware County. A coyote grabbed a tiny terrier in its jaws and ran away with it Thursday afternoon in a Marple backyard, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. A Marple woman witnessed the coyote snatch her daughter’s dog, according to a police...
Montgomery County Native Is Member of Most Successful Led Zeppelin Tribute Band
Paul Hammond, a Montgomery County native, is a member of Get the Led Out, the most successful Led Zeppelin tribute band in the world, writes Victor Fiorillo for the Philadelphia Magazine. Hammond, who stands in for Jimmy Page, is one of the two original members of the band. Get the...
Viggiano’s in Conshohocken has closed after almost 20 year run. The restaurant has been listed for sale
Viggiano’s in Conshohocken announced on social media on July 13th that it has “served its last chicken parm.” The Italian BYOB opened in 2000 and closed for an almost four year period between 2009 and 2013. It then reopened at the same spot at 16 East 1st Avenue and served up its popular chicken parm through the recent announcement.
Where To Eat When You're Gluten-Free & Can't Take Another Salad
You can’t drink just any beer on the bar menu. The soy sauce at your local sushi spot may as well be for decoration. And when your friends get you a birthday cake, you have to do an ingredient deep dive before you can even blow out the candles. But have no fear—your days of endless salads or rice bowls are over. Philly has a ton of GF options, so you can stop playing food detective and actually enjoy an exciting meal. These are our 11 favorites. (FYI—not every place on this list has an entirely gluten-free kitchen, so we’d recommend checking with them before you dine if you have a serious allergy.)
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