and it's fyi philly's annual ice cream social. this is made in philly. we roundup the best floats. cheers. taste-test philly's favorite ice cream sandwiches. it's time to chop n' roll...the thai trend is taking off! we hit favorite spots down the shore. and head to delaware where the cows and the creamery live side by side. awesome, i love it! hi everybody and welcome to fyi philly. it is labor day weekend, the last gasp of summer and we're celebrating with an ice cream social here on our 6abc patio. because nothing screams summer like ice cream. our friends from weckerly's are catering our party serving up their classic ice cream sandwiches. and don't they look delicious!? we're going to dig in in just a bit but first it's time to talk ice cream sodas. and li

. >> alicia vitarelli is here with the low down on some exiting and eclectic activities in the "fyi philly." >> reporter: to start, we've been telling you about a competitive action facility they say it's like darks, bigger, think brave heart. the first of its kind in the u.s. it's one of a cool fun happening around town. >> reporter: if you're looking for something less the game of throwns and more "hunger games," middletown amper in media -- archer will get you on target in media. >> you can start at any age. >> it's a family sport, a lifetime sport. >> reporter: another age atlantic city activity. fencing academy of philadelphia is the perfect place to unwind. >> nothing is more relaxing than hitting somebody. >> reporter: the combat makes for a good cardioworkout. but trains the brain, we call fencing a game of physical which he chess that produces concentration and discipline for the athlete. it can make you smarter by fine motor control. everybody at 6th and girard will have you swinging for the fences. >> all ages, 6 years old and up. whether you're a baseball owner like david gavin

hi everybody and welcome to fyi philly. we're at la peg in old city. is the ben franklin bridg.. what a view. and this is one of visit philly's photo spots that are spread around the city. we love hugs and kisses. this is your way to show a little love for philadelphia. there are 3 permanent locations for the x-o-x-o signs and 4 like this that travel to special events. you will definity

cheer for the local contestants, karen rogers introduces you to miss pennsylvania in tonight's "fyi philly >> reporter: your new miss pennsylvania samantha lambert, a 23-year-old engineering major at the university of pittsburgh. >> i was shy, i never wore any makeup and the pageantry let me be confident in myself. >> reporter: she suffered suffered a life long injury and now she is recovering. >> are you worried about this. >> are you worried about hitting your head? >> no, skills i would be doing on the miss america stage are skills i've done for a long time. >> reporter: pageant has taught her she can be pretty and powerful. >> you can do anything you set your mind to if that's what you're passionate about go for it. >> good luck miss pennsylvania. >> miss new jersey and pennsylvania, as well, you can learn more about them tonight at 7:30 on "fyi philly" right here on 6abc. reform social security." toomey's plan requires wall street and bankers to manage... the accounts. collecting fees out of your social security that could... total billions. fees they collect, even if the market crash

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. >>> folks, it is 7:47 if you love ice cream, most people do, tonight's "fyi philly" celebrates the summer treat here's erin, alicia and karen with a preview. >> reporter: tonight on "fyi philly" we're celebrating labor day the last gasp of summer with an ice cream social. nothing screams summer like ice cream. this was made in philly. taste taste favorite ice cream sandwiches. the thai trend is taking off. we hit favorite spots down the shore and head to delaware where the cows and creamery live side by side. lucky us, can i get a yum? yum! tune in. [ cellphone vibrates ] [ cellphone vibrates ] [ cellphone vibrates ] [ cellphone vibrates ] [ bell rings ] buy online. ready in an hour. weren't you just...? got it. staples. make more happen. up with us on saturday morning, 7:50, 69 degrees, sky6 live hd giving you a live look over penns landing. of course, meteorologist chris sowers tracking hermine. we'll let you know what it means for your labor day weekend in just a bit. >>> the first new drug to treat alzheimers in a decade is offering hope to millions of americans it has been tes

tonight on fyi philly... to ocotberfest. labor day is behind us, time to gear up for fall!id, with some seasonal fashion trends. wow. the perfect autumn getaway in the brandywine valley. we take a stab at some entertaining indoor sports. ms. new jersey plus meet the local girls trying to become the next miss america. hi every

. >>> well, this weekend is fyi phillies food truck special and melissa magee is getting on one that is making the scene healthier than ever before. >>. >> reporter: shay serves lunch every day on walnut street in center city. how did you locate in this spot? >> i used work there. >> he was aresearcher for 25 years and got burned out. >> wanted to open a food truck because i was eating from the food truck. >> his cart is certified healthy. >> if you see this sticker it's a healthy option. >> it's a healthy option and everything is fresh. >> it's gourmet salads and sandwiches with international flavors. that is the swedish salad with caviar. and it has sauteed mushrooms avocado and brie. >> this is good. >>> okay you can see f i philly tomorrow item after "action news." and an and corbegins at midnight on sunday. >>> another check of the accuweather forecast coming up looking live at sky 6 hd showing a dreary philadelphia international airport no problems to report though. as far as going in or going out. melissa magee has your update from accuweather. >>> and we are looking live from

. >> you can see the entire story tomorrow at 7 on "fyi philly." >>> a california man pleaded guilty to an elaborate kidnapping that law enforcement branded a hoax. at ikea, we believe that everything - from your lamp to your couch - should work as hard as you do. that green living is something everyone can afford. that you can sacrifice everything but a good night sleep. and we believe your furniture should last happily ever after. make the dream yours with ikea. especially when it comes to snacking.g new. that's why we're introducing cheese dippers. the creamy cheese and crunchy breadsticks that go wherever you do. cheese dippers by the laughing cow. reinvent snacking. [ clock titime. ] you only have so much. that's why we wanna make sure you won't have to wait on hold. and you won't have to guess when we'll turn up. because after all... we should fit into your life. [ laughing ] not the other way around. [ clock ticking ] normally take you to get to work? >> 15 minutes. >> reporter: allow 40 minutes. we have a crash delco south of the blue route 476. i it just cleared. traffic is

be rescued from a ride at universal studios, we'll tell you what went wrong, and a preview of fyi phillies food truck special. >>> hello again, sara is off for your friday. and here are the stories we are following for you at 12:30. the heavy rain is moving to the north but areas like the jersey shore are watching out for flooding. >>> also, a sea of support is turning out to say farewell to two wilmington firefighters killed in the line of duty last weekend and investigators found one of two data recorders that could give answers in the train crash in hoboken, new jersey yesterday. >>> sky 6 hd is living live at the center city skyline, a dreary friday. wet, and windy and cooler temperatures. melissa magee is tracking the storm system. >> reporter: we are in and out of the wet weather but the heaviest rain we had earlier today now starting to lift on off to the

if you would like us to share your shelter success stories post a picture to the "fyi philly" using the #6abc shelter me. tell me where you adopted your pet and how much they mean to you, we'll be posting your story on upcoming "shelter me rescue of the week" segments. with macy, matt o'donnell. >> coming up next, we'll have the latest on breaking news out of wilmington. two firefighters were killed, one critically hurt after battling a house fire coming up next. newspapers know the real story on pat toomey. on background checks for gun buyers... toomey has shown the courage few others have... toomey steps up on checks... toomey is on the right side... state leaders should follow toomey lead. no wonder leading pennsylvania police organizations endorse pat toomey as best to protect our families. independence usa pac is responsible for the content of this advertising. grocery shoppers of america! take your o organics baby carrots. take your eggs. even your o organics chips. and join the organic movement. organic food is no longer just for the privileged few. now everyone can afford to go

would like us to share your "shelter me rescue of the week" success stories post a picture to the "fyi phillyfacebook page and use the #6abc shelter me. tell us about where you adopted your pets we'll feature your stories on the up coming "shelter me rescue of the week" segments. david murphy channel 6 "action news." for terrorists - and with the gun lobby. katie: we have to do everything in our power to keep guns away from terrorists who threaten our way of life. i'm katie mcginty and i approve this message because we can't risk our families' safety on a loophole. news," saturday at 9:00 a.m., the pennsylvania state trooper who survived an ambush shooting is reportedly filing suit. >>> vice president joe biden is making the anniversary of september 11 at the linc. >>> outside we go tracking the forecast with you, chris another hot one in store this weekend. >> reporter: it will feel like the middle of july, unfortunately, high temperatures topping out in the mid to upper 90s. when you factor in the humidity it will feel like triple digit heat. 77 in quakertown. warrington, 79. pottstown, 77.