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    Entertainment

    Philadelphia’s Candy Lady Gets Shoutout from Quinta Brunson. Could Abbott Elementary Appearance Be Next?

    April 29, 2026

    Award-winning actress, producer, and West Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson recently appeared on Good Morning America and gave a shoutout to Philadelphia’s beloved Candy Lady. Now,…

  • Adam Kanter on the set of "Wheel of Fortune."
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    South Philadelphia Bartender Set to Appear on Wheel of Fortune, Airing March 13

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    Adam Kanter, a longtime bartender will be living out a dream when he appears on an episode of Wheel of Fortune on Friday, March 13,…

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    Maya Nazareth, the Philadelphia entrepreneur and founder of Alchemize Fightwear, recently made an appearance on hit show ABC show, Shark Tank, writes Earl Hopkins for…

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    Education

    18 High School Seniors Receive $360,000 in Scholarships from Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank

    June 6, 2025

    In a powerful show of support for the next generation of changemakers, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank recently awarded $360,000 in scholarships to…

  • Quinta Brunson speaking at podium inside the auditorium at Andrew Hamilton School.
    Education

    West Philly Native Quinta Brunson Honored With Key to the City, Spearheads New Mural

    May 30, 2025

    West Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson returned to her old stomping grounds on Wednesday, May 28, as she was honored by the City of Philadelphia. During…

  • Quinta Brunson poses with hands on her shoulders.
    Entertainment

    West Philly’s Quinta Brunson Talks Calculated Journey to Career Success

    May 28, 2025

    West Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson has enjoyed great success in recent years, but it’s a result of decades of preparation, writes Nicolas Vega for CNBC.…

  • Founders of ChompShop with Shark Tank investors.
    Entrepreneurship

    Philadelphia Startup ChompShop Sees Major Surge in Sales After ‘Shark Tank’ Episode Airs

    April 8, 2025

    Philadelphia startup ChompShop saw a major surge in sales as the Shark Tank episode that featured the company’s founders aired on November 15, writes Ryan…

  • Susan Noles jumps out of a cake on an episode of The Golden Bachelor.
    Entertainment

    Susan Noles of Aston Is Back on Reality TV, This Time on Hulu

    April 1, 2025

    Aston native Susan Noles has made it back to television with a new reality show on Hulu premiering April 11, writes Emily Bloch for The…

  • Robin Roberts.
    Education

    WCU Welcomes ‘Good Morning America’s’ Robin Roberts as Part of President’s Speaker Series

    March 25, 2025

    West Chester University (WCU) will welcome famed Journalist and Co-Host of ABC’s Good Morning America Robin Roberts on Friday, Apr. 4, at 7:00 PM. Roberts will speak…

  • Cast of Abbott Elementary.
    Entertainment

    ‘Abbott Elementary’ Has Several Philly Connections, But Just How Much?

    March 13, 2025

    West Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson is the star, executive producers, and writer of hit ABC show, Abbott Elementary. In the show, she pays homage to…

  • Shark Tank investors.
    Entrepreneurship

    Local Entrepreneurs Will Have Chance to Pitch Business Ideas When ‘Shark Tank’ Comes to Philadelphia

    March 3, 2025

    Shark Tank, the ABC hit reality show, has announced that it will be coming to Philadelphia for a casting call in April, writes Ryan Mulligan…

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    Entertainment

    Kat Dennings’ ‘Shifting Gears’ is the Family-Friendly Sitcom Modern Television Has Been Missing

    February 11, 2025

    ABC’s new sitcom, ‘Shifting Gears’ is a nostalgic throwback to the family sitcom, writes Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal for Parents. The show blends humor with hear…

  • Tim Allen and Kat Dennings smiling on the set of "Shifting Gears."
    Entertainment

    Kat Dennings Adds Bryn Mawr Flavor to ABC’s Midseason Lineup

    November 22, 2024

    ABC will bring local talent to the midseason lineup, as Bryn Mawr’s Kat Dennings stars alongside Tim Allen in “Shifting Gears,” reports Chris Compendio for…

  • Charles Ling and Joan Vassos
    Entertainment

    Despite Being Sent Home, Malvern Contestant on ‘Golden Bachelorette’ Delights in ‘Successful Journey’

    October 15, 2024

    Malvern contestant Charles Ling was sent home from The Golden Bachelorette last week but despite fans’ sadness, Ling said he leaves with a different form…

  • Quinta Brunson.
    Entertainment

    WSJ: West Philly Native Quinta Brunson Talks Upcoming Season of ‘Abbott Elementary’ and More

    October 9, 2024

    West Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson first found fame in 2014 through comedic sketches posted on Instagram. Fast forward a decade later, and Brunson is the…

  • Entertainment

    Malvern Father a Fan Favorite on First Season of ‘The Golden Bachelorette’

    October 8, 2024

    Charles L. of Malvern has become a fan favorite on the first season of ABC’s The Golden Bachelorette thanks to his wholesome disposition and strong…

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