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Krasner Warns Against Retaliatory Shootings in Philadelphia

As temperatures rise in Philadelphia, District Attorney Larry Krasner warned residents not to respond to violence with retaliation. Speaking Tuesday outside the Office of the District Attorney, Krasner urged...

Philadelphia Library Expands Book Access for Disabled Readers

Near Spring Garden Street in Philadelphia, the Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians provides reading materials for people who cannot use standard printed books. The organization, commonly called LAMP,...

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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