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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...

Former state rep. Primary candidate Martino plans to open coffee shop

His desire to open a coffee shop is partially inspired by touring the country with his band, TJ Kong and the Atomic Bomb.At the July...

No ‘I’ in ORCA

Civic elects new board, continues to focus on team-based approachBy Melissa KomarThere’s a new civic board in town, but don’t expect many drastic changes.Olde Richmond Civic...

River Wards events for the week of July 11

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhoodSt. George revised Mass scheduleSt. George Parish, 2700 E. Venango St., new Mass schedule is...

From topsoil to top garden

Family on York Street maintains expansive garden of shrubs, flowers and edibles on formerly empty spaceBy Melissa KomarFor Jacelyn Blank, there really was no way to...

A special salute

WWII veteran and longtime American Legion member donates piece of history, recalls his ownOn the cusp of becoming a centenarian, Gannotta attributes a long life...

Attacking the competition

Fishtown Sharks take first place and named grand champion at national tournament in A.C.By Melissa KomarThe season was supposed to end in April for cheerleaders of...
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