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Philly Teachers Demand Virtual Classes as Schools Reopen to 50° Rooms

The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers called for virtual learning on Friday after students returned to school buildings that the union said remained unsafe following last weekend’s snowstorm and several...

Philadelphia-Area Schools Reopen, Delays Persist After Winter Storm

Communities across the Philadelphia region are dealing with school disruptions following a winter storm that blanketed the area with snow earlier in the week. Bitterly cold temperatures continue to...

Steve Martorano to open new restaurant at Rivers Casino

Rivers Casino recently announced that celebrity cook and South Philly native Steve Martorano will be opening an Italian steakhouse at the casino.  Named “Martorano’s Prime,”...

Second edition of Northern Liberties Night Market returning to 2nd Street

2nd Street Festival organizers recently announced that the fall edition of the Northern Liberties Night Market will be taking place on Thursday, Sept. 22,...

Kirkbride Arts & Apartments hosting grand opening

Pennbrook Partners recently announced that Kirkbride Arts & Apartments, located at the intersection of Thompson and Buckius streets in Bridesburg, will be having its...

Around the Neighborhood: September 12, 2022

Penny Party on Sept. 24 Bethesda United Methodist Church, 2820 E. Venango St. (near Richmond Street), will host a Penny Party on Sept. 24. Doors open...

Bagels and Co. opening new location in Fishtown

One year after opening its flagship location in Northern Liberties, Bagels and Co. recently announced it will be opening six new locations over the...

New principal and CEO at Memphis Street Academy

American Paradigm Schools recently named Steven Bilski as the new principal and CEO of Memphis Street Academy in Port Richmond. Bilski, who has worked at...
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