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6abc promotes Adam Joseph to Chief Meteorologist for Action News

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What happened Longtime meteorologist Adam Joseph has been named chief meteorologist for Action News, 6abc announced Monday, succeeding Cecily Tynan.

The headline split The center frames it as "6abc promotes Adam Joseph to Chief Meteorologist for Action News". The right frames it as "Big News for Adam Joseph and Action News Viewers".

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Center6abc promotes Adam Joseph to Chief Meteorologist for Action News

WPVI / 6abc Philadelphia · Center · News report

Right / center-rightBig News for Adam Joseph and Action News Viewers

NJ1015.com · Center-right · News report

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WPVI / 6abc PhiladelphiaNews report · Oct 20, 2:12 AM

6abc promotes Adam Joseph to Chief Meteorologist for Action News

Longtime meteorologist Adam Joseph has been named chief meteorologist for Action News, 6abc announced Monday, succeeding Cecily Tynan.

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NJ1015.comNews report · Oct 20, 12:07 AM

Big News for Adam Joseph and Action News Viewers

After two decades at 6ABC, Adam Joseph is taking on a new role. Find out about his career, community involvement and life away from the weather desk. Continue reading…

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Oct 20, 12:07 AM: NJ1015.com joined the source map.

Oct 20, 2:12 AM: WPVI / 6abc Philadelphia joined the source map.

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