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Milling, Paving Scheduled at Night Next Week on Interstate 95 South in Northeast Philadelphia

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that milling and paving will occur at night next week on southbound I-95 in Northeast Philadelphia. Motorists are advised of the following...

Glen Foerd 3rd Thursday Returns July 17 with Live Music, BBQ & Family Fun

Glen Foerd’s popular 3rd Thursday event returns on Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Glen Foerd, 5001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19114. This month’s event features: ...

Meeting updates community on timeline for Fishtown playground renovations

“Its very sad and depressing and dilapidated,” said Fishtown Recreation Advisory Council president Mary Anne Tempone said of the playground’s current state.Last Thursday night, representatives...

Wrestling state of mind

Beat the Streets PAL wrestler continues to rise above the competition on the matBy Melissa KomarAngel Garcia has a simple request before he talks about his...

River Wards events for the week of June 20

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhoodBridesburg Pool bricksOwn a piece of the Bridesburg Pool. Authentic pool bricks are available...

Trailing along

Officials and community recognize Frankford Creek GreenwayPatrick Starr, co-chair of the Circuit Trails Coalition, executive VP for the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, and committee member for...

Another new Live Nation venue may be coming to Fishtown

The site would also serve as a company campus for Cescaphe Events Group, a catering company based in Philadelphia.At last Tuesday night’s Fishtown Neighbors...

Rehab clinic, safe injection sites and encampment pilot discussed at PROPAC meeting

During the meeting, City Councilman Mark Squilla told residents that there is “no plan” for a safe injection site in PhiladelphiaAt Wednesday night’s PROPAC...
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