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State Democrats reveal plan to create union jobs, combat climate change

State Rep. Elizabeth Fielder led a group of state legislators, plus labor and environmental leaders, to announce a new initiative to help create union...

Walking in memory of Sgt. Fitzgerald

Franklin Towne Charter High School last week hosted the Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald Memorial Mile Walk in memory of the slain Temple University police officer. The...

Soaking up summer in the River Wards

‘Summer in the Neighborhood’ informs parents, children about events in the areaBy Lindsey NolenSummer is officially here, and with it comes a variety of events and...

Growing stewardship in Orkney Park

Community members come together to raise funds to maintain green space near the parkBy Lindsey NolenWhat better way to spend the summer solstice than by enjoying...

Unsettling roots

Residents express concern over proposed PWD tree project for sidewalk next to Palmer CemeteryKingsmill expressed doubt about the reason for the section of Palmer Street...

Taking the plunge into pool season

Philadelphia Parks and Recreation pools now open in the River WardsYou may notice something different when you walk onto the pool deck at Northern Liberties...

Drag racing through the River Wards

Law enforcement, residents concerned about illegal races occurring in Port RichmondBy Lindsey NolenAs voiced at the Wednesday, June 7 Port Richmond On Patrol And Civic meeting,...

Diaper duty

EKNA leading campaign to bring changing tables to neighborhood businessesBy Melissa KomarWhat do parents pushing strollers and restaurants in East Kensington have in common?Dirty diapers.Well,...

State awards one marijuana dispensary in Fishtown, two in Northeast

Pennsylvania’s Department of Health awarded 27 medical marijuana dispensary licenses in all, but just three in Philadelphia.By William Kenny and Logan KrumNortheast Philadelphia may stand...

Moving the Moyer Street ball along

Olde Richmond Civic Association moves forward with plans for Moyer Street ParkBy Melissa KomarMike McCullough is visibly excited when he talks about Moyer Street Park, despite...

Dragging glory through a story in Fishtown

The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts drag queen Brittany Lynn for a children’s storytimeBy Lindsey NolenTo help recognize the impact lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender...

Seeking to be in a class above the rest

Alexander Adaire School officials reflect on progress, eye changes in the futureBy Lindsey NolenIn passing, change is evident in the schoolyard of the Alexander Adaire School,...

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