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Justin Udo

Americans Celebrate Flag Day and Founding of U.S. Army

And the flag is only part of the celebration.

2013/06/14

Flag Week Kicks Off With Ceremony At Betsy Ross House

The ceremony served as a reminder on just how to handle Old Glory when it shouldn’t be used anymore.

2013/06/09

(Two snow leopard cubs, born May 26th, with their mother, Maya, at the Philadelphia Zoo. Photo provided)

Philadelphia Zoo’s Snow Leopards Deliver Another Litter of Cubs

The cubs will stay at the zoo for about two years before they are moved to other zoos around the country.

2013/06/06

Philly Beer Week Kicks Off

Dozens gathered as Nutter hoisted the ceremonial sledgehammer and tapped the first keg of Philly Beer Week.

2013/05/31

(Penn State's late football coach Joe Paterno, who became embroiled in the Jerry Sandusky child abuse scandal. File photo by Robb Carr/ Gettty Images)

Family of Joe Paterno Hopes Lawsuit Will Restore Coach’s Reputation

After the Jerry Sandusky scandal broke, the NCAA fined Penn State $60 million and nullified 111 of Paterno’s wins as coach.

2013/05/30

Pot-Legalization Group Relocates Outside US Courthouse After 2 Arrests

About two dozen protesters raised signs and repeated chants this afternoon, calling for the release of Adam Kokesh and NA Poe, who were arrested at a marijuana protest near the Liberty Bell.

2013/05/23

FDA Regulations Change Sunscreen Packaging

“They’re trying to make sense for the public, to make it simple for them,” Dr. Antony Benedetto said.

2013/05/23

(The Mood, near 6th and South Streets in South Philadelphia. Credit: Justin Udo)

Man Sues South Philly Sex Shop, Claims Gel Burned His Genitals

The 32-year-old mixed-martial artist from center city Philadelphia is now suing the sex shop and the makers of the gel for $50,000.

2013/05/22

Schuylkill Banks Riverboat Tours Resume After One Year Layoff

After a one year hiatus, the Schuylkill Banks Riverboat Tours are back, giving people a glimpse of some of the gems along what’s called “Philadelphia’s Hidden River.”

2013/05/12

Local Restaurants Serve Up Unique Burgers During Competition

Area restaurants duked it out Sunday in the 3rd Annual Burger Brawl.

2013/05/05

Local Organization Promotes Education Through Dance

Crowds gathered at Clark Park in West Philadelphia on Sunday to watch break dancers from the organization Hip Hop Fundamentals give a history lesson about civil rights in America through dance.

2013/05/05

The National Museum of American Jewish History at 5th and Market Streets

Gay Rights Takes Center Stage At International Equality Dinner

The Equality forum hosted its international equality dinner on Saturday Night at the National Museum of American Jewish History.

2013/05/04

Simon Whitehouse prepares for his 100 mile run. (credit: simonsrockyroad.blogspot.com)

Man Runs From New York To Philadelphia To Raise Awareness About Mental Illness

Simon Whitehouse started his run at Central Park in New York on Saturday morning. He finished on Sunday afternoon in Philadelphia with a run up the steps of the Art Museum.

2013/04/28

Donnelle Baxter, Jamie Landers, Laura McLain of Luscious Bakery. (credit: Justin Udo)

3rd Annual Cupcake Smash Takes Place In Northern Liberties

Philabundance hosted its 3rd Annual Cupcake Smash on Saturday, an event to raise money for the organization as it tries to address hunger issues in the Delaware Valley.

2013/04/27