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Soccer star now the coach

It wasn’t a text message he was waiting for, but it was certainly one he was more than happy to get.  A few weeks ago, John Simpson was enjoying his...

Property taxes are on the rise

The city’s revaluation for Tax Year 2025 is complete, meaning property values and property taxes are on the rise. And although some increases may appear to put a strain on...

Pedal power

Car and foot aren’t the only options to get around the bustling and burgeoning Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District. Currently, there are three Indego...

Special election to replace Sabatina May 17

Lt. Gov. John Fetterman on Saturday signed a writ declaring a special election to replace Sen. John Sabatina Jr., who resigned from his Senate...

Serving your pedal power needs

Out of a former yarn dyeing factory on D Street in Kensington, one company is helping everyone pedal their goods throughout the city. Haley Tricycles,...

Clean sweep

The indoor basketball court at Samuel Recreation Center was noticeably different when players took the floor on Wednesday. The floors just received a much-needed facelift...

Twelve days a countin’

There will be no shortage of Christmas cheer in Bridesburg during the 12 nights leading up to the holiday this year. Bridesburg resident Stacy Schwab,...

BBCA holds public meeting about former Philadelphia Coke site

The Bridesburg Civic Association (BBCA) hosted a public meeting on Monday, Dec. 13, at Franklin Towne Elementary School regarding development plans for the site...

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