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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...

In perfect harmony

Mother of Divine Grace, Nativity and St. George parishes form joint church choir.By Melissa KomarIt’s a Tuesday evening, and harmonious hymns can be heard streaming down...

Undead art

Fishtown resident turns porcelain statues into blood-dripping zombies for fun and goodwill.By Melissa KomarWhile some may see an already complete work of art when gazing...

River Wards events week of Oct. 31

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhood.Bridesburg Pool bricks for sale Authentic pool bricks are available for purchase for $10...

Spooky spectacular

Different holiday, but winning Port Richmond couple uses same ornate decorating style to capture spirit of the season.Next to the alien is an animated “Zultan”...

At least a month for Girard Ave. to return to normal after water main break

According to DiGuilio, the water main has been fixed. But the break also disrupted some of PGW’s gas lines and some of SEPTA’s underground...

Tom Petty’s legacy lives on at Johnny Brenda’s

The Philadelphia Tom Petty Appreciation Band played their third annual show at Johnny Brenda’s on Thursday, Oct. 18, nearly the 68th anniversary of Petty’s...
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