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Port Richmond’s Engine 6 Returns to Service After 16 Years

Port Richmond’s Engine 6 fire station officially returned to service on Thursday, January 9, 2025, after being closed for 16 years.  The reopening was made possible by a $22.4 million...

Tacony Street Traffic Disruptions Expected Amid Major Bridge Construction

Philadelphia drivers should brace for temporary closures of Tacony Street this January as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) advances work on a critical overhead bridge construction project.  This effort...

Shannon Turner Inspires Through Music and Resilience

In Philadelphia’s Norris Square neighborhood, Shannon Turner, a celebrated singer, vocal coach, and founder of the band Glitter and Garbage, is transforming the local...

Philly Appeals State Denial of Opioid Funds for Kensington

The City of Philadelphia is responding to a state trust's decision to block $3.4 million in opioid settlement funds, originally set aside for Kensington...

Essex Squeeze comes to heart of Northern Liberties

Where does New York City turn to for validation? Philly, of course. A brand-new, healthy juice bar and café, Essex Squeeze, has chosen Northern Liberties...

Puppy Party highlights Evil Genius summer celebration events

Summer is in full swing and the Evil Genius Beer Company is fully prepared to make this summer very memorable. Starting with a Family...

Fette Sau brings Hawai’ian flavor to Fishtown

If you like your barbecue on the tropical side, you’re going to love the month of July at Fette Sau on the 1200 block...

Evil Genius throwing a block party for its newest offering

Evil Genius Beer Company is throwing a 4/20-themed block party at its taproom at 1727 N. Front St. in Fishtown on April 19. The celebration...
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