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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...

Philadelphia-Area Schools Reopen, Delays Persist After Winter Storm

Communities across the Philadelphia region are dealing with school disruptions following a winter storm that blanketed the area with snow earlier in the week. Bitterly cold temperatures continue to...

A sharp collection

Fishtown resident showcases and sharpens his knife collection on Frankford AvenueNow owning roughly 200 knives, Ciocco can be found sitting in a chair outside...

River Wards events for the week of June 21

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhoodFootball and cheer registrationFootball and cheer registration is now open for The Leprechaun Sports...

A destination playground for Penn Treaty Park

Ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates new playground at riverfront park in FishtownThe majority of funding for the $576,700 project was provided by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. Additional...

Recreation center seeking community input

Reorganizational meeting for Shissler Advisory Council highlights residents’ concerns, sparks new ideasBy Melissa KomarFrom the Fishtown Neighbors Association to the Facebook group Fishtown Mamas, several sects...

Metal Incorporated unwelcomed by many neighbors

Residents voiced their displeasure about custom, fine metal studio move to Port RichmondBy Lindsey NolenThe big argument at the Wednesday, June 7 Port Richmond On Patrol...

River Wards events for the week of June 14

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhood.FNA zoning meetingFishtown Neighbors Association will hold a zoning meeting on Tuesday, June 20,...
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