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Bridge Deck Repair, Barrier Installation Scheduled at Night Next Week on Interstate 95 in Northeast Philadelphia

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that bridge deck repair and barrier installation are planned at night next week on I-95 in Northeast Philadelphia. Motorists are advised of...

Time Mission Philadelphia Opens with Free Adventure Weekend

Time Mission, a team-based adventure experience, is set to open in Philadelphia on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 1530 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102. This marks Pennsylvania’s first Time Mission...

Overcoming hunger during the holidays

DRCC organizes food drive, partners with River Wards and Northeast Philly businesses to support Bridesburg Food PantryBy Melissa KomarExisting as a nonprofit often means depending on...

Trade unions backing Kilkenny in 177th

Sean Kilkenny, a Democratic candidate in the 177th Legislative District, last week was unanimously endorsed by the Philadelphia Building Trades Council.By Tom WaringSean Kilkenny, a Democratic...

Galactic goodies

Chocolates by Kevan allows you to destroy your own Death Star, bite by biteBy Melissa KomarIf you’re looking for something sweet to stuff in your Star...

Creative effort to kick trash to the curb

ORCA unveils ‘Can It’ anti-litter campaign at businesses featuring neighborhood artists’ designs on lids.While designing and hand painting the lids was fun, Bouchard hopes the...

River Wards events for the week of Dec. 13

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhoodA Magic Sleigh Ride with John McBrideThe Star Facebook page will feature A Magic Sleigh...

A wrap on Ontario Street

Shooting for M. Night Shyamalan’s upcoming Glass finishes at Ontario St. Comics in Port RichmondFink had the perfect response.“And I said, ‘Now that you mention...
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