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A ban on license plate flipping

City Council unanimously passed legislation sponsored by Councilman Mike Driscoll (D-6th dist.) cracking down on “tag flippers,” devices allowing drivers to change or alter...

Spring brings new Cloud Cups Gelato scoop shop

There’s a brand-new gathering spot for lovers of gelato. The traditional Italian dessert treat has found a home at the MaKen Studios North building...

Rough riding

Traffic maneuvers around potholes at Hartel and Roosevelt Blvd. on Monday, March 10. MARIA POUCHNIKOVA / STAR PHOTOBy John LoftusFor StarYou’d think that, with 15 storms...

Pathan Chemical site redevelopment set to begin soon

Construction for the planned homes, developed by Postgreen, is set to begin as soon as two buyers are secured. COURTESY OF CRAIG HERRBy Brian RademaekersFor...

State Supreme Court to hear Nativity BVM case

The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania will hear oral arguments in Gloria Marshall v. City of Philadelphia and Zoning Board of Adjustment, the case dealing...

Neighborhood news in brief for the week of March 5

Maritime Academy Charter School chosen as buyer for Douglas buildingThe School District of Philadelphia has chosen Maritime Academy Charter School as the potential buyer for...

River Wards events for the week of March 5

Chemical site meetingThe NKCDC is coordinating a public meeting regarding the former Pathan Chemical Site located at 427–447 Moyer St. The site has been found...

River Wards events for the week of Feb. 26

Pierogi WeekPierogi Week is from Sunday, Feb. 23, to Sunday, March 2, in the “Capitol of Polish Pierogies.” Notable establishments that serve pierogies include...

Neighborhood news in brief for the week of Feb. 26

SKCP rejects Hope Street townhomesThe South Kensington Community Partners Planning and Zoning Committee unanimously rejected a proposal for the construction of residential duplexes and...

Walnut Street Theatre expands in Port Richmond

The Walnut Street Theatre has purchased the 85,000-square-foot property that houses the company’s Scenic and Properties Shop, which will become a production center for...

A day at city hall

Little Flower’ junior Alexis Colon kicks off the 2014 PAL Day at City Hall with Mayor Nutter, her designated politican to shadow for the...

Fishtown businesses call for increased police patrols

It was standing room only at Cook and Shaker on Albert Street last Wednesday evening when local business owners gathered for a Fishtown Area...

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