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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...

Construction Delayed at 412 North 2nd Street in Northern Liberties

Construction remains stalled at 412 North 2nd Street in Northern Liberties, Lower North Philadelphia.  A recent site visit revealed no progress on the new building Philly residents are anticipating, despite...

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...

Liberty High Standout Sutton Koller Commits to Northern Iowa

Northern Iowa to further his athletic and academic pursuits.  Koller shared the news on Tuesday via social media, where he expressed his excitement and gratitude...

Cherelle Parker Reflects on First Year as Philadelphia Mayor

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, the city’s first woman mayor, marked her first year in office with a State of the City address on Friday...

Philly Jazz Scene Grows with Black Squirrel and Cellar Dog

Philadelphia’s jazz culture has deepened with the arrival of two new venues, Black Squirrel Club in Fishtown and Cellar Dog in Center City.  The venues...

Port Richmond’s Football ‘Mount Rushmore’: Who’s on Your List?

Port Richmond High School's football history is a source of pride for the Staten Island community.  With one Port Richmond football championship under its belt,...

Czerw’s in Port Richmond Draws Holiday Crowds for Polish Food

Czerw's in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood is making waves in Philly news as customers line up for traditional Polish foods ahead of the holidays.  The...
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