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Borski Park Opens in Bridesburg with July Celebration

A decade in the making, Bridesburg’s Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park will be open to the public on July 11th at 10 am with a dedication ceremony taking place...

Philadelphia Launches Red Card Philly Anti-Trafficking Campaign

As part of the City of Philadelphia’s Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget, City Council approved $500,000 in funding to launch “Red Card Philly,” a comprehensive, multilingual awareness campaign to...

The Ground Coffee, Plants & Gifts opens in Olde Kensington

Coffee, bubble tea and pastries are among the many offerings available at Olde Kensington’s newest cafe.  The Ground Coffee, Plants & Gifts, located at The...

Bridesburg residents address ‘boom parties’ at recent town hall

Bridesburg residents held a town hall meeting on Wednesday, May 18, at the Bridesburg Recreation Center in regard to “boom parties” that continue to...

Around the Neighborhood: May 16, 2022

REUNIONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS • St. Albert the Great -- Class of 1970. Pandemic-delayed 50th reunion. June 9. 6 p.m. FOP hall, 11630 Caroline Road. Bryan Glaccum:...

Northern Liberties Night Market returning to 2nd Street

Following its launch event last year, organizers of the 2nd Street Festival recently announced that the Northern Liberties Night Market series is returning on...

Gloria Gaynor set to return to Rivers Casino

After kicking off the New Year’s festivities this past winter, Gloria Gaynor will be returning to Rivers Casino to perform on Friday, Aug. 26,...

Kensington-based Evil Genius Beer Company announces national expansion

Evil Genius Beer Company, the craft beer brand headquartered in Kensington, recently announced that it will be expanding its distribution west starting later this...
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