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Author: Rick Pettine

Rick Pettine is an experienced sports, music, nature, and events photographer from the Philadelphia region. He covers Philly and the surrounding tri-state area, including Chester, Montgomery, and Delaware counties. He also serves as the Sports Director & Chief Photographer for "Independent Philly"

Historic Millville Army Air Field hosts Fan-Packed Airshow

September 4, 2021 – Millville, NJ – Aviation fans packed the historic grounds of the nearby Millville Airport this Labor Day Weekend for a celebration of American history, pride, and air power. The airport was dedicated as “America’s First Defense Airport” in 1941, and in 1943, the Millville Army Air Field opened as a gunnery […]

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The Road to Indy Series Shines Even in the Rain

[ Photos and article by Rick Pettine ] August 30, 2021 – Millville, NJ — The Road to Indy, the ladder program for IndyCar professional open-wheeled racing, returned to New Jersey Motorsports Park for an exciting weekend of auto racing. The shining moment of the weekend occurred when rookie Myles Rowe drove a skillful race, and became the […]

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The United States Air Force Thunderbirds headline Pocono Airshow

[ Story and Photos by Rick Pettine ] August 20-21, 2021 – Long Pond, PA — Pocono Raceway put on an awesome display of speed this weekend, but this time it was in the air not on the track!  The Great Pocono Raceway Airshow showcased numerous entertainers, including the incredible United States Air Force Thunderbirds, for “kids” of […]

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Sweet Homecoming for Rocker Nick Perri

[ Story and Photos by Rick Pettine ] July 8, 2021 – Philadelphia, PA — Philadelphia fans and the Ardmore Music Hall welcomed their native son Nick Perri (and the Underground Thieves) back to the local live music scene for the first of 4 weekly concerts in July. So if you missed them this week, along with another […]

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Round-2 of CCS Motorcycle Racing on 4th of July Weekend

[ All Photos by Rick Pettine ] July 3-4, 2021 – Millville, NJ — The Championship Cup Series (CCS) returned to New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP) for the second of three series events. Although racing action was halted mid-day on Saturday due to severe weather, early competition was fierce. Events continued on July 4th as planned. – Check […]

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