Emma Lee

Philadelphia

Photographer at WHYY-TV (Philadelphia, PA)

Photojournalist. Visual producer @whyy.org

Articles

11 reasons to love Thetford and the Brecks

4 weeks ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Emma Lee

Exploring the fascinating historic town and the surrounding area Historic figures Thetford has been home to influential and inspirational men and women. During the Iron Age, the town was a major centre for the Iceni tribe, led by the iconic queen Boudica, who rebelled against the Roman Empire. Evidence of the Iron Age settlement can be seen at Castle Park and Gallows Hill.
Saima Khan: private chef and The Hampstead Kitchen founder

1 month ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Emma Lee

From the Royal Family to world leaders and Hollywood A-listers, private chef and founder of The Hampstead Kitchen Saima Khan has cooked for some of the most famous people on the planet. And this spring she is relocating to Norfolk. She tells us about her move to this part of the world 'If you were throwing a dinner party, and could invite anyone, who would your dream guests be?' I ask private chef Saima Khan.
Join us for an exclusive Norfolk magazine spring reader event at Wolterton

1 month ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Emma Lee

Join us for an exclusive spring reader event at one of Norfolk’s hidden gems ‒ stunning Wolterton, near Aylsham. Enjoy a private guided tour, meet Norfolk magazine editor Emma Lee, and be inspired by an exclusive talk from ITV arts editor and columnist Nina Nannar as she shares insights from her incredible career.
Meet the people behind three unique Norfolk businesses

2 months ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Emma Lee

From fine-dining frozen food to table-top gaming and handmade soap, we meet the people behind three unique Norfolk businesses and find out how Jarrolds’ investment and mentorship has enabled these brands to propel their growth and expand beyond the county Couple Leigh-Anne and Gerhard Horn, founded The Norwich Soap Company in 2021. At their micro soapery they make pure, mild, all-natural, artisan soaps, worthy of any spa.
Why Norfolk is important to the tradition of Valentine's Day

2 months ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Emma Lee

Our county is at the heart of Valentine’s Day. The earliest-known Valentine was sent from Norfolk, some of the most romantic cinema moments have been filmed here and, in Victorian times, February 14 was a bigger festival than Christmas and the mysterious Jack Valentine would leave gifts on people’s doorsteps Norfolk would be well within its rights to call itself the home of Valentine's Day.
The Little School of Needlecraft at North Creake, Norfolk

2 months ago | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Emma Lee

Jolanda Rocklin grew up in a creative household and could knit and crochet by the time she was six. 'My mum was a fashion designer and was always sewing, always making things,' she says. 'We were taught how to sew buttons on, hemming and how to make little things.' Crafting is a life-long love for her, and she and other talented Norfolk makers pass on their passion at The Little School of Needlecraft in North Creake. It grew organically out of her 30-year career as a homeopath.
2024 in photos: A battleground year for the Philly region

Dec 15, 2024 | whyy.org | Emma Lee

Here’s a view from WHYY News photographers of how the last 12 months unfolded in real time. From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!2024 was a battleground year across the Delaware Valley. Two of the most prominent storylines? Trump vs. Harris and Chinatown vs. the Sixers arena.
Lady Glenconner: Christmas at Holkham and royal revelations

Dec 9, 2024 | greatbritishlife.co.uk | Emma Lee

In her latest book, publishing sensation Lady Glenconner explores the curiously British obsession with picnics in her inimitable style. We called her for a chat about the joy of fame and fanmail in her nineties, Christmas at Holkham - and jetskiing with Jools Holland 'I'm so over excited about everything and enjoying my life,' says Lady Glenconner. 'I've never enjoyed my life as much as when I'm 90s, which is quite something.
Norfolk arts and craft makers and shops for Christmas gifts

Dec 9, 2024 | eveningnews24.co.uk | Emma Lee

Amelia Bowman Holkham poster. Photo: Amelia Bowman Seek out Norfolk crafters and indie shops for your Christmas gifts and you will find items that are made with heart and guaranteed to make the recipient smile.
A new panto dame in Norwich for the first time in 23 years this Christmas

Dec 5, 2024 | eveningnews24.co.uk | Emma Lee

Owen is playing Dame Molly Piecrust in Norwich Theatre Royal's pantomime Aladdin. Photo: Norwich Theatre Owen Evans has some big shoes - high heels, to be completely accurate - to fill. This Christmas, after 23 pantomimes, Richard Gauntlett is swapping playing Norwich Theatre Royal's dame for Buddy's father in Elf the Musical.