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National Travel Writer Gushes over Five-Star Food from Unassuming Norristown Gas Station
Nested within the Norristown Sunoco is one of the most recommendable delis in the state, according to a national travel writer. Of all the primo dining experiences in the Montgomery County — Creeds in King of Prussia, Parc Bistro in Skippack, The Farmer’s Daughter in Blue Bell (to name just three) — who would imagine superlative food coming from the Norristown Sunoco station?
Meet Converse! This adorable bundle of energy is looking for his forever home
This week, 6abc's Shelter Me spotlighted the Pennsylvania SPCA located right in the Hunting Park section of Philadelphia.The PSPCA is a nonprofit founded in 1867 whose mission is to protect animals, prevent cruelty and improve the health and quality of life throughout Pennsylvania. It has locations in Philadelphia, Danville, Lancaster and the Main Line.PSPCA's Sarah Brown introduced us to Converse. This sweet little guy was actually found as a stray outside of their shelter with extremely matted hair.But after some much-needed grooming and a good "spa day," he's transformed into an absolute bundle of joy, ready to steal your heart!Besides being completely adorable, Sarah says Converse is extremely affectionate and has never met a stranger he hasn't immediately loved. He also does well with other dogs and children and would do well with any kind of family.They estimate he's about 1 to 2 years old. He's very playful and loves to romp around and chase toys, but is always ready to curl up in a lap after.If you would like to welcome Converse or any of his other furry friends at PSPCA into your home, visit: https://www.pspca.org/.
Bucks County-Based Bakery Makes Some of Best Sticky Buns in the Area
The chain offers unique confections such as cream cheese iced stick buns, pictured above. Fritz’s Bakery, which has been a Bucks County mainstay for nearly half a century, is a local hidden gem that makes some of the best sticky buns in the world, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST.
Master Street in North Philly now bears name of actress and city native Erika Alexander
Master Street between Broad and Carlisle in North Philadelphia is being renamed in honor of actress Erika Alexander. The city native took classes at the Freedom Theatre and attended Philadelphia High School for Girls.
Delco Horror Haven Invasion Coming to Media Sept. 28 and 29
‘The Monster’ is one of the films screening at this year’s Delco Horror Haven Invasion. Delco Horror Haven Invasion, a two-day festival, is coming to Media Borough Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 28 and 29, that will feature a short film program, writes Stephen Silver for Broad Street Review.
The Hoagie: Made in Philadelphia, or Was It Chester?
Though the hoagie is a unique Philadelphia region creation, hoagie origins are still a mystery, writes Sam Greszes for Yardbarker. The Delco-centric story is that the first hoagie came in 1925 from a shop in Chester, when a picky customer wanted a sandwich filled with whatever was available, so the staff loaded the sandwich up with cold cuts, peppers, and cheeses.
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