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The latest zoning controversy in Fishtown involved a sign that says ‘Fishtown’

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Within the last few years, two establishments along the Olde Richmond/Fishtown border of York Street have marked their territory with new names for their...
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The Riverwards’ first roundabout is officially open for driving

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The roundabout under construction at the intersection of Frankford Avenue, Trenton Avenue and York Street in Kensington finally opened Thursday morning, drawing to a...
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Scenes from the FNA’s sidewalk sale

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The Fishtown Neighborhood Association’s Sidewalk Sale, held Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., served as the perfect neighborhood pre-Eagles-game get together on a...
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Pedal Power

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Last Wednesday morning, Christian Guinan parked along Kensington Avenue in a black Toyota Tundra with nine bicycles loaded into the bed. The bikes, which...
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Derek Ayres’ art is rocking its way into the Philadelphia Fringe Festival

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In what seems to be the latest edition of how artists were inspired by pandemic, South Philly sculpture artist Derek Ayres is slated to...
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These two Bridesburg teens have won a prestigious city youth worker award

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Two Bridesburg teenagers, Peter Frankunas and Emily Peck, earlier this month were crowned two of the city Department of Parks and Recreation’s 2021 Outstanding...
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The FNA wants you to get out and meet your neighbors on Aug. 27

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“Lately I've been hearing from some neighbors who moved into the neighborhood during COVID that they feel disconnected,” the Fishtown Neighbors Association’s events chair,...
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It’s likely that Frankford and Girard will soon look a bit different

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The heart of Fishtown is set to see a major architectural change at its most famous intersection as a development team seeks to renovate...
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Pierogi Fest is back and more prepared than last time

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May 4, 2019 was when State Street Events held its first Port Richmond Pierogi Festival and by all accounts it didn’t go so well.  “We...
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NoLibs’ 2nd Street corridor is slated for a redesign

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As the Northern Liberties Business Improvement District enters its third full year of operation, it expects its population to nearly double in two short...
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Allegheny DA joins DA Krasner in opioid-related lawsuit against AG Shapiro

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Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala Jr. has joined Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner in suing state Attorney General Josh Shapiro in hope of...
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