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Salem County Fair 2022: Open Class Produce Results
Below are the results from the Open Class Produce Show at the 2022 Salem County Fair. Class 1 – Beans Subclass A – Snap Beans – Bush Green 2nd – Bryce Dolbow, Mannington 3rd – Chase Pompper, Mannington Subclass C – Bush Yellow 1st – Coles-Demko Farm, Elsinboro Subclass E – Pole Lima 1st –…
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Salem County Fair 2022: Home Economics Division Winners
Below are a list of the 2022 Salem County Fair Home Ec Division winners. Art Child – Miranda Warren, Swedesboro, NJ with “Painting of My Horse” Non-Professional – Sue Ann Leighty, Pedricktown, NJ with “Ukrainian Woman in Festive Costume” Professional – Annette Devitt, Pedricktown, NJ with “The Williamsburg Dressmaker” Canning Non-Professional – Elaine Kerwood, Monroeville,…
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OPINION: The major significance of the “After Hours” album
I don’t sit in my bedroom at 11:29 p.m. on a Tuesday night talking about any album, but for one particular album by The Weeknd, it has to be talked about. I’m talking about “After Hours,” an album, released as the world shut down, that inspired by nostalgic films and Sin City. In turn, this…
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A new “Salem County Fair Queen” is crowned
Kicking off the 2022 Salem County Fair season, a new fair queen was crowned Tuesday evening. Cali Foote of Monroeville, Nj. will represent the Salem County Fair Association at various Future Farmers of America (FFA) and 4-H events throughout the year. Marissa Bower won 2nd runner-up and Audrey Sickler won first runner-up. “It is such…
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Letter to ‘Victoria’s Secret’
Author’s Note: This letter is in response to the “Victoria’s Secret: Angels and Demons” documentary on Hulu. Dear Victoria’s Secret, I fit (typically) into a size 18. I have hips. I have a booty. I’ve fit comfortably into your clothes years before you fell into a diversity brand crisis with an immediate need for repair.…
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SPOILER-FREE REVIEW: Stranger Things’ thrilling season four
As long as you’ve seen the first volume of season four of “Stranger Things,” there will not be any spoilers in this article. If you have not yet finished the first part of season four, come back to this article after you’ve done so! Now that season four of “Stranger Things” is over and we…
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“After Hours til Dawn Tour” kicks off “dancing through purgatory” in Philadelphia
The Weeknd finally kicked off the long-anticipated “After Hours til Dawn Stadium Tour” at the Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pa. on Thursday, July 14. The tour came to the city of brotherly love after nationwide phone outage called for the show at the Rogers Centre in Toronto to be postponed. Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye…
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‘After Hours til Dawn’ Tour first stop in Philadelphia, bringing “XO Humanitarian Fund” on tour
After a technical issue last week at what would have been his first official stop at Rogers Centre in Toronto, The Weeknd will kick off his “After Hours til Dawn Stadium Tour” this week on Thursday, July 14. In tune with the “city of brotherly love,” the “Blinding Lights” singer will be using his platform…
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“Change Our Future” hosts second annual sneaker ball
When’s the last time you attended a gala where you didn’t have to wear fancy shoes but you could shoot hoops? That was exactly the type of event former Eagles Rodney and Erika McLeod held as part of the second annual “Sneaker Ball: Art & Sole” staple to raise money for their foundation, “Change Our…
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Former Eagles Rodney and Erika McLeod Discuss Change Our Future Updates, Upcoming Sneaker Ball
Though he’ll be on another team next season, Rodney and Erika McLeod are holding the Philadelphia community close for their continued work with their “Change Our Future” foundation. The co-founders of the organization are excited for the future of “Change Our Future,” especially as it starts to expand to other cities, but the McLeods wanted…
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OPINION: Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
Author’s Note: I must disclose that this article is an opinion article backed up with facts from accredited news organizations or valid web sources. The opinions expressed in this article are mine and do not reflect that of any organization or business I have previously worked for, currently work for or will work for in…
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Her Perspective: Healing from trauma takes work and no one talks about it
Trigger Warning: There are sensitive topics in this article that may mention physical or sexual assault or other traumatic topics. Reader discretion is advised. Remember to practice good mental health coping skills before, during and after consuming triggering content. I really wanted to talk about this in last month’s edition of “Her Perspective,” but to…
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A summer bucket list for the ages
Now that it’s summer, there are so many things I want to do. I already know this summer is shaping up to be one of the best ever, but I still want to make the most of it. Here are some things I want to do this summer in hopes that it gives you inspiration…
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The country is boycotting buying gas on the busiest travel weekend of the year
There’s power in numbers, especially when those numbers increase to almost $100 every time you fill up your car. The U.S. has seen record-high prices at gas stations over the past few months, with a major reason being the Russian invasion in Ukraine. There are other reasons as well for the surges, such as less…
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A deep dive into ‘archives from quarantine’
Lost in the years of working on my sports journalism career and the pandemic, I forgot how much I loved writing poetry. As an indie author since 2018, I really enjoy the process of coming up with a new poetry book concept each time I came out with a book. Evolution of the books over…
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Incorporate “Clarity Rx” into your skincare routine
Summer is here which means taking care of your skin is crucial against the heat and UV rays. One of the best ways you can stay on top of taking care of your skin is by adopting a skincare routine. Having a set skincare routine of things you do daily, weekly and even monthly will…
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Great Summer Reads
Like I talked about in my last edition of “Her Perspective,” one of the goals I have for myself is to read more. I have so many books – most of them, poetry – but I don’t think I’ve ever gotten through them fully. Because school and work took up all of my time, I…
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Something interesting lurks in New Hope thrift store
A few weeks ago, I took a trip to New Hope, Pa. For those who aren’t familiar with the area, check out this top five post that talks about some of the great things New Hope has to offer. Before leaving the community, I stopped in this little thrift store. What drew me to the…
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Small business helps customers think “Presently”
In an age where we’re always doing everything all the time at an overwhelming rate, it’s hard to imagine a moment where we can stop and take care of ourselves. It seems like, though mental health awareness is becoming more of a social norm, it still feels far from reach. Sisters, Lindsay and Emily Stetzer,…
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South Street Art Mart owners discuss shop opening, sustainability through pandemic
“We didn’t set out to be the ‘queer shop,’ we just are,” said Nicole Krecicki, artist and co-owner of the South Street Art Mart. Krecicki runs the punk pop up artist shop with wife and artist, Nicole Wiegand. Settled on 530 S 4th Street in Philadelphia is the black and queer-owned shop, but it was…
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