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A Shopping Trip for a Chester Nail Salon Led to RareFootage Sports
Shawn Rodgers with his camera shooting for his RareFootage Sports media brand. Two years ago, Shawn Rodgers and his wife, Egypt, were shopping at a Best Buy for a television to put in Egypt’s Chester nail studio. Instead, Egypt picked up a digital camera and snapped a picture of her husband.
Pennsylvania Lottery player wins $1 million
(WHTM) – A Pennsylvania Lottery player recently won $1 million on a $20 scratch-off game. The Pennsylvania Lottery says the winning Million Dollar Multiplier Madness Scratch-Off was sold at Vikej Petroleum Inc. on Whitaker Avenue in Philadelphia. The seller will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
Red Lobster Files for Bankruptcy But Springfield Restaurant Still Open
A Red Lobster bankruptcy so far hasn’t affected its Springfield restaurant. Red Lobster Management LLC, with 9 Philadelphia-area restaurants, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes Sarah Kinbar for Orlando Business Journal, as printed in Philadelphia Business Journal. The national restaurant chain announced Sunday it had voluntarily filed...
Why do dogs eat grass and is it safe? | Pet Project
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- When the spring season arrives and grass begins to grow, some dogs tend to chew on it. But the question is, do you let a dog chew on grass or not?Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson explained that it's a natural instinct for dogs to eat grass. Eating grass has some benefits for dogs, including supporting digestion and fiber intake.However, Erickson noted that if grass is treated or sprayed, it is best not to let a dog eat it.If you want to control the grass your dog eats, you can grow some indoors or keep an untreated...
A New Sensory Playground Opens at Ridley Creek State Park
The Friends of Ridley Creek State Park held a ribbon cutting on Saturday to celebrate a new sensory playground. The Friends of Ridley Creek State Park are celebrating a new sensory playground while over at Rose Tree Park, a new message board is in place, thanks to Ridley High School sophomore Erica Rainford.
Thousands at Philly's largest block party honor history and good food — and watch some people fall off a greased pole
Thousands of people flocked to the annual South Ninth Street Italian Market Festival over the weekend for food, music, community, and the spectacle of people slipping and falling during the fabled greased-pole climb.
$1 Million Scratch-Off Sold In North Philadelphia
The lucky winner earned the $1 million prize playing the Million Dollar Multiplier Madness game, according to state gaming reps. All winners have up to one year from the drawing date to claim their prizes. Winners should sign the back of their ticket before calling the Lottery at 1-800-692-7481. To...
Megan Thee Stallion set to perform in Philly on Wednesday. What you need to know
Hip-hop megastar and social media icon Megan Thee Stallion will bring her "Hot Girl Summer" tour to the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia for a midweek concert, and here's what you need to know about the show, including any set list, special guests and how to get tickets. Megan Thee...
"Frankie Beverly Way" in East Germantown dedicated to R&B soul legend Frankie Beverly
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Saturday, more than 100 people braved rainy weather outside at the Dell Music Center to honor R&B and soul legend and Philadelphia native Frankie Beverly. In a two-hour afternoon program, Beverly was joined by Philadelphia Councilmember Cindy Bass, Mayor Cherelle Parker, renowned DJ Donnie Simpson, 107.9's Lady B and others to unveil the new "Frankie Beverly Way" street sign.The sign, which represents the 6000 block of North Norwood Street in East Germantown, currently stands at the intersection of North Norwood Street and Spencer Avenue. Beverly expressed his deep gratitude for all of the fans who showed up to the celebration."I just love you so...
Delco Day returns for year 9 — with a scrapple-themed menu
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly’s suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Delco Day — a celebration of Delaware County — returns for its ninth year. The holiday officially falls on June 10 as an...
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