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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...

Big news for Bridesburg

The Riverfront North Partnership today announced the launch of a new initiative, the Bridesburg Impact Grants (BIG) program. The program will award $500 grants to...

KCFC reports positive financial news in most recent State of the Co-op

At a Monday night State of the Co-op event, Kensington Community Food Co-op board member Oren Roth-Eisenberg revealed that the co-op had dug itself...

New cop on the block

With every new year comes new beginnings and, at Rizzo PAL in Port Richmond, a new cop is ready to take the reins. Police Officer...

Six story residential/commercial project on York Street a no-go for Fishtown residents

By a margin of 27-70, Fishtown residents voted against a planned development at 2504-08 E. York St., which includes a six-story apartment building complete...

Dividing lines

Tensions were high last Monday night when talks commenced about a potential high-rise parking garage in Bridesburg. The Bridesburg Community Action Alliance hosted a meeting...

Henon ousted as majority leader

By Jack Tomczuk Sixth District Councilman Bobby Henon was ousted as majority leader in favor of Councilwoman Cherelle Parker during Monday’s inauguration at the Met...

Reunions

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