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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...

Latest proposals for Tip Top Playground discussed at recent meeting

The Friends of Tip Top Playground, a group aiming to improve the Northern Liberties playground, held a virtual meeting on Monday, Aug. 8.  Moderated by...

Around the Neighborhood: August 8, 2022

PA FOP backs Oz Dr. Mehmet Oz, Republican nominee for U.S. Senate, was unanimously endorsed by the Pennsylvania Fraternal Order of Police. The announcement of...

Rivers Casino hosting Party on the Pier for Labor Day

Rivers Casino recently announced it will be hosting a Party on the Pier to celebrate Labor Day on Sunday, Sept. 4.  Starting at 6 p.m.,...

Brooklyn Bowl stagehands continue push for recognition of union

Stagehands, technicians and engineers at Brooklyn Bowl in Fishtown are continuing efforts to certify their union and get a new labor deal.  Organized through the...

Stoudts beer returns thanks to Evil Genius collaboration

After closing its doors in 2020 following a 30-year run, Stoudts Brewing Company products have officially returned to beer lines thanks to a new...

Around the Neighborhood: August 1, 2022

Bingo on Aug. 13 St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, Trenton Avenue and Cumberland Street, will be having a bingo on Saturday, Aug. 13, from 1-4 p.m....
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