Keeping Mum In Important Situations

“We’ve been asked not to the speak to the press,” he said.

Ooh, what juicy story is this about?

Oh.

And on the hit list is the Starbucks kiosk at the Cherry Hill Mall. Employees, so-called “baristas,” were given notice on Friday.

Yes, the public shall never know why this particular mall kiosk closed. There is some hope, though; if only a Cherry Hill Starbucks version of Deep Throat were to emerge.

What’s also great about this Inquirer article is how “Pennsylvania has dodged the bullet” since no Starbucks are closing here — yet. I think I’m going to faint.

Bad news brewing; S.J. Starbucks to close [Inquirer]

Blogicized: Deeper Throat

• Our buddy Will Bunch makes a good point: Why is the news media ignoring a scandal THAT INVOLVES HOOKERS?” Seriously. If I were a Washington reporter, I’d be all over it. Fun fact: This could be the second political scandal ever that involves deep throat. (Rimshot.) [Attytood]

• Enjoy the nice weather over the weekend? It’s going to get a little colder now. On the plus side, it’s only in the low 60s, which is almost nicer anyway. At least I get to wear my new-ish jacket. [Philadelphia Weather]

• DYK: Pennsylvania has the second-most flood insurance claims in the nation. (Behind, of course, Florida.) Yes, this is partially due to the fact that some Pennsylvania homes might as well be built right in creeks and streams. [Above Average Jane]