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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...

Max’s Corner: Up close with insects

Star editor Melissa Komar’s column about all things “mommy” in the River WardBy Melissa KomarI vaguely remember going to the insect exhibit at Steve’s Bug Off...

Adding color to a dark part of town

Mural Arts Program eyes adding art to Belgrade Street tunnel.By Lindsey NolenThe tunnel on Belgrade Street between Somerset Street and Lehigh Avenue in Port Richmond has...

River Wards events for the week of April 19

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhood.Annual men’s soccer leagueThe 35th Annual Ukrainian Club Men’s Soccer League, 847 N. Franklin St.,...

Dana’s Angels fundraising to fight addiction

Mother raises awareness in wake of daughter’s overdose.By Lindsey NolenOct. 17, 2016, was the worst day of Susan Rosney’s life. On this day, her daughter,...

Fourth generation of a family legacy

Fourth generation of Tomaszewski family takes over Port Richmond funeral home“It’s definitely a calling and a frame of mind,” she said. “You dedicate your life...

Frankford Gateway to become orchard getaway

NKCDC release plans for future orchard site in Kensington.“Instead of just spending money and leaving each city, the council wishes to leave meaningful work...
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