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FLORIDA - As Tropical Storm Ian churns in the Caribbean, Florida have declared an emergency. As the storm nears the state's panhandle and west coast, it is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane. Hurricane Ian's path is expected to affect all 67 counties in the Sunshine State.
PHILADELPHIA - Marcello De Fao, the chef/owner of The Fare Porter in Haddonfield, NJ, and Dane DeMarco, the chef/owner of Burgertime in Audubon, NJ, have decided to team up to host a friendly burger contest in South Jersey, with funds raised going towards the parks & recreation departments for the respective communities where each restaurant is located.
PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Museum of Art's union has nearly 200 members and is part of AFSCME Local 397. It is also part of District Council 47. Members of the union say that the management has violated federal law by paying workers wages and benefits below the national average and denying them the opportunity to support their families.
PHILADELPHIA - Hurricane Ian has reached Category 5 and is rapidly moving toward the mainland of Florida. It's expected to land in a hurricane warning area by Wednesday night. The region from Longboat Key to Bonita Beach is expected to feel the worst storm surge. Hurricane Ian is expected to cause significant damage to property and life.
CUBA - Tropical Storm Ian is tracking northwest at 12 mph and is 160 miles from the Cayman Islands. It is forecast to bring heavy rain, flooding, and storm surge to the Cayman Islands and Jamaica. The storm will rapidly intensify overnight as it crosses the warm waters of the Caribbean. It has maximum sustained winds of 45 mph.
PHILADELPHIA – The end of an era is here, and Devil’s Den, Philadelphia’s leading craft beer bar, is saying farewell to loyal patrons, fans, and neighbors with one celebratory streetside Blow Out Block Party on Sunday, October 2, from 1 pm – 7 pm, with the street at 11th & Ellsworth, blocked to allow for a bevy of fun-filled activities, great beer, food, music, and some of the beer maven and Devil’s Den owner Erin Wallace’s favorite causes.
