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Two Killed in High-Speed Crash on I-95 North in Port Richmond

A deadly overnight crash brought Interstate 95 northbound in Philadelphia’s Port Richmond section to a standstill for hours early Friday morning, killing two people and triggering a complex emergency...

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...

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...

Special treat with Santa

PROPAC and Port Richmond Town Watch to host annual Lunch with Santa event for neighborhood childrenBy Melissa KomarChristmas is coming early for some of Port...

EPA and Clean Air Council host workshop to combat air pollution in Kensington region

The Clean Air Council obtained access to between 20 and 30 air monitors, which residents can sign up to potentially have put inside or...

River Wards events for the week of Dec. 6

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhoodAdaire School Bake SaleThe Alexander Adaire Bake Sale will take place on Thursday, Dec....

Amid neighborhood instability, affordable housing brings new residents to Kensington

NKCDC hit a number of roadblocks trying to lease out 51 affordable units at the brand new Orinoka Civic House.By Max MarinThe New Kensington Community Development...

Staying Positive

“With each session I try to hit their mind, their body or their spirit.” said Rizzo PAL Director Ernie Rehr.Last Monday night, the Police Athletic...
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