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Philadelphia Declares June 9 as Civilian Police Oversight Day

Yesterday, Philadelphia City Council unanimously passed a resolution recognizing the legacy and continued importance of independent civilian oversight of policing in Philadelphia, proclaiming June 9 as “Civilian Police Oversight...

‘In Conversation With The Sopranos’ Coming to Rivers Casino

Rivers Casino Philadelphia will welcome fans of the iconic HBO series "The Sopranos" for a night of unforgettable stories, laughs, and behind-the-scenes secrets. "In Conversation with The Sopranos," a...

Hagert Playground experiencing late-night troubles

Friends of Hagert Playground concerned over uptick in trespassing, suspicious activity after area is closedBy Lindsey NolenSituated in the heart of East Kensington, Hagert Playground was...

From politics to Pope John Paul II

District Manager for State Rep. John Taylor taking leadership position with Catholic Royersford high schoolBy Melissa KomarIf you’ve contacted state Rep. John Taylor’s office with a...

Fishtown “warrior” welcomed home

Warriors’ Watch Riders escort Fishtown native home after retirement from the Air ForceTo successfully set up this “humbling” surprise, James had reached out to one...

The choice was hers

Kensington native graduates from high school through the Penn Foster The Choice is Yours program despite troubled past.By Lindsey NolenThe afternoon of Wednesday, July 12, was...

River Wards events for the week of July 26

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhoodFishtown Library eventsFishtown Library, 1217 E. Montgomery Ave., will host PAWS Read to a Dog...

Future of Freddy Adams’ mural

Artwork in memory of late Fishtown native to be preserved by real estate agencyBy Lindsey NolenAlthough it has been 24 years since Fishtown native Freddy Adams...
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