Franki Rudnesky
Franki Maria Rudnesky is a staff writer for PhillyVoice, with interests in entertainment, social media, pop culture, education and the arts. Franki has worked as a staff writer, copy editor, and social media manager for The Hammonton Gazette. Before that, she was a digital intern and production assistant for NBC10. She is a South Jersey native who received her master's degree from Villanova University and her bachelor's from Saint Joseph's University.
April 29, 2024
Fitness
Want to live longer? New research recommends taking the stairs
Climbing stairs was found to be associated with a 24% reduced risk of dying from any cause and a 39% lower likelihood of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to a study involving more than 480,000 participants.April 28, 2024
Fitness
Dilworth Park to offer free workout classes every Tuesday
Dilworth Park in Center City is offering free outdoor fitness classes every Tuesday through Oct. 1. The classes, taught by trainers from City Fitness, will vary throughout the season, including offerings like Zumba and boxing.April 28, 2024
Investigations
Man wanted for hitting woman in face with wooden stick on Kelly Drive, police say
Police are searching for a man accused of attacking a woman with a piece of wood on Kelly Drive on Thursday. A 29-year-old woman was allegedly approached by a man who asked her for a lighter then struck her on the right side of her face with a wooden stick, police say. She was treated at the hospital for bruising, swelling and a lacerated lip and is in stable condition.April 28, 2024
TV
Travis Kelce to host 'Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?' game show
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, the little brother and 'New Heights' podcast cohost of Eagles legend Jason Kelce, is set to host Prime Video's 'Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?," which has been ordered for 20 episodes. The new show is a spinoff of 'Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?' and will feature a panel of celebrities helping contestants answer elementary-level questions.April 25, 2024
TV
'Farmer Wants a Wife' heads to South Jersey for Sydney Errera's hometown date
The new 'Farmer Wants a Wife' episode features a trip to Sweetwater in South Jersey, where farmer Mitchell Kolinsky visits the hometown and meets the family of contestant Sydney Errera. The episode airs Thursday, April 25, at 9 p.m. on Fox.April 25, 2024
Investigations
Police searching for man accused of spying in dressing room at King of Prussia Mall
Police are seeking the public's help in identifying a man accused of trying to spy on a female shopper in a dressing room at the King of Prussia Mall on Wednesday afternoon. The female shopper told police she observed the suspect hold a cellphone over the top of the stall.April 24, 2024
Food & Drink
Center City Sips is ready to start 20th year of discounted drinks, appetizers on Wednesdays in Philly
Center City Sips takes place on Wednesdays from June 5 through Aug. 28 at nearly 80 bars, restaurants and beer gardens in Philadelphia. The happy hour promotion offers $7 cocktails, $6 glasses of wine, $5 beers and half-price appetizers. After 7 p.m., select restaurants also offer 15% discounts on dinner.April 24, 2024
Food & Drink
Philly canned cocktail brand Surfside expands in U.S., introduces new flavors
Surfside, a canned cocktail brand based in Philadelphia, is launching five new flavors of its vodka iced tea and lemonade beverages. The beverage line has also announced its nationwide expansion to 48 states.April 23, 2024
Shopping
Herr's collaborates with Philly artists from South Fellini, Dirty Hands Studio on chip-themed merchandise
Herr's is collaborating with Philadelphia artists from South Fellini and Dirty Hands Studio on the 'Fits by Philly' merchandise line. Shirts, hats, tote bags, stickers and socks featuring snack-inspired designs are available while supplies last online and at South Fellini's East Passyunk Avenue store.April 23, 2024
Music
Learn more about Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' album by talking to your Amazon Alexa
Amazon has launched an album experience for Taylor Swift's new album 'The Tortured Poets Department' featuring commentary by the singer on the inspiration behind some of the tracks. The feature can be accessed through the Amazon Music app, or by saying to an Alexa device, 'Alexa, I'm a member of the Tortured Poets Department.'Just In
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