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95% of Philly School Speed Cushions Fail Safety Standards

A newly released report from the Philadelphia City Controller’s Office details extensive noncompliance in speed cushions installed outside city schools, finding that nearly all reviewed locations failed to meet...

Health Experts Urge Vaccination as Measles Cases Surface in Lancaster County

Pennsylvania has recorded its first five measles cases of 2026, all in Lancaster County, among unvaccinated school-aged children and young adults. The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed the cluster,...

River Wards events for the week of June 25

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhoodTumbling instructor neededFrank Glavin, A&W Playground, is looking for an energetic and knowledgeable instructor...

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...
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