Holy crap Batman! That beloved 55-minute Acela from Philadelphia to New York may just get a bit longer.
Amtrak has decided to overhaul it’s security measures throughout the many train stations they serve.  All indications are that they will begin on the heavily trafficked Northeast corridor routes, and have “roaming” security stations that will [...]

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Not Philly related, but damned if this isn’t hot on everyone’s mind - the return of TV!
Now that the writers and studios have redistributed their wealth, we, the viewers can enjoy. Here’s a list of the shows that were affected and when (in some cases IF) they will return to the air to finish off [...]

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For those that have a book of one-class Amtrak train upgrades (for getting to Select/Plus status) - be aware - last year’s are expiring on FRIDAY THE 29TH!
If you recently hit your status and just got the booklet, you’re probably fine, but last year’s crop will be useless next week, so be sure to use [...]

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Me either.
But if you’ve got a hankerin’ to see Vancouver, US Airways will gladly accommodate.
The much sought* after Philadelphia-Vancouver will start this summer and be a 6-hour jaunt.
*Means I am lying. I can’t figure out why the announcement of this route (among any others) is notable.

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Although the $200 Million+ jackpot has been claimed (by ONE winner, no less) - the pride of Philly - the Powerball lotto is still going strong at $133 Million. And, yes, as mentioned before that is the REAL site for the powerball, despite looking like it was created by a 5th grader.
The drawing is [...]

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Buy 1 Mio meal, get 1 free. Just fill out this survey.
For those that haven’t been Buca is a “family” style Italian restaurant, although the “mio” portions are individual sized - I think.
Big ups to the eggplant parmesan.
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