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.

franki@phillyvoice.com

November 21, 2023

Movies

'Creed IV' reportedly in development with Michael B. Jordan to direct

by Franki Rudnesky

'Creed IV' is in development with franchise star Michael B. Jordan set to direct, producer Irwin Winkler said last weekend. The latest installation in the 'Rocky' spinoff film series will follow record-breaking box office numbers for 'Creed III.'

November 21, 2023

Investigations

King of Prussia man charged with stabbing estranged wife in Walmart parking lot

by Franki Rudnesky

Geoffrey Kay-Conway Sr. was arrested and charged after plotting to kidnap, rape and murder his estranged wife, according to the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office. Kay-Conway stabbed the victim several times in the leg on Sunday in the parking lot of a Walmart located on North Gulph Road in King of Prussia. At the time of the assault, the victim had an active Protection From Abuse order in effect against Kay-Conway, authorities say.

November 21, 2023

Health News

Alzheimer's risk increases with rise in this 'hidden' body fat, researchers find

by Franki Rudnesky

Greater amounts of visceral fat, which is found in the abdomen surrounding internal organs, is linked to a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's, according to a new study.

November 20, 2023

Shopping

McGillin's opens new pop-up, selling bar's merch to holiday shoppers

by Franki Rudnesky

McGillin's Olde Ale House is selling the bar's merchandise and gifts at its first-ever Holiday Pop Up Shoppe. The new store, at 1314 Sansom Street, is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 12-6 p.m. through Christmas Eve.

November 17, 2023

Holidays

Adventure Aquarium to celebrate the holidays with world's tallest underwater Christmas tree

by Franki Rudnesky

Adventure Aquarium's 'Christmas Underwater' holiday festivities, which run Nov. 24 through Dec. 24, include daily visits from Scuba Santa and the installation of the world's tallest underwater Christmas tree.

November 17, 2023

New season of 'Abbott Elementary' to premiere in February

by Franki Rudnesky

'Abbott Elementary' will return Wednesday, Feb. 7 on ABC with a special, hour-long premiere. Season 3 only will include 14 episodes due to the impact of the Writers Guild of American and Screen Actors Guild strikes. The sitcom is based at a fictional Philadelphia public school.

November 17, 2023

'Dancing With the Stars' contestants will perform to Taylor Swift songs on Tuesday

by Franki Rudnesky

On Tuesday, Nov. 21, ABC's 'Dancing With the Stars' is hosting 'A Celebration of Taylor Swift,' featuring music by Swift. While the six remaining celebrity competitors and their professional dance partners dance to Swift's songs, Eras Tour lead choreographer Mandy Moore will act as a guest judge.

November 16, 2023

Holidays

Here is your guide to the 2023 Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade

by Franki Rudnesky

The 2023 Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade will take place on Benjamin Franklin Parkway on Thursday, Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon. It will be broadcast on 6ABC and will feature local celebrities, sports figures and performers.

November 15, 2023

Entertainment

Dave & Buster's to open Atlantic City location in December

by Franki Rudnesky

Dave & Buster's is opening an Atlantic City location Monday, Dec. 11, 2023 in the Tanger Outlets space formerly occupied by Jay-Z's 40/40 Club sports bar and lounge. The entertainment complex will have more than 100 arcade games and a sports bar with a 40-foot screen.

November 15, 2023

Holiday

This BYOB trolley tour takes riders to see Philly's holiday light displays

by Franki Rudnesky

The BYOB Holiday Light Trolley Tour, which runs daily from Saturday, Nov. 25 to Sunday, Dec. 31, takes riders to Philadelphia's prominent holiday displays, including the Miracle on South 13th Street and the Smedley Street Christmas Spectacular, while offering live music and festive photo opportunities. The tour departs from Craft Hall in Northern Liberties.