News

Kensington Committee Questions Cost, Impact of Philly Diversion Programs

Philadelphia’s Special Committee on Kensington is pressing officials on the cost and impact of diversion programs keeping low-level offenders, including those with drug charges, out of jail. The hearing that...

Five Iron Golf Expands with New Logan Square Location

Five Iron Golf is set to open its third Philadelphia location at Three Logan Square, 1717 Arch Street, in March 2025.  The 12,000-square-foot space, which is being developed in partnership...

Going to bat for Bubba

Family, friends share story of Kensington native Jason “Bubba” DiMartino to spread awareness, preserve legacy“He coached T-ball, baseball, and a lot of the kids he...

U.S. Senate candidate Jim Christiana visits Port Richmond’s PTR Baler facility

Savage and Christiana talked extensively about the need for workers who are skilled in trade jobs.Current candidate for U.S. Senate Jim Christiana visited the PTR...

Scholastic success at high school level

After receiving scholarships, Port Richmond native and MDG alumna Renee Peterman continues to excelBy Melissa KomarWhen Renee Peterman, 16, was recognized by the St. John Vianney...

Modern tradition brings light to ancient art

Ukrainian Heritage Studies Center shares pysanky, decorative egg-dying craft with Bridesburg residents“It’s a long process and you have to take your time,” she said....

Making “herstory” on the mat

PAL wrestler poised to compete as first female from Philly on PA Women’s National TeamBy Melissa KomarTatyana Ortiz is no stranger to making history.A junior at Mariana...

140 years of always ending on a high note at Engine 28

The celebration featured free food such as hot dogs, which were donated by Dietz and Watson, and hamburgers, which were donated by Wilson’s Meats....
Current Edition Star