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Watch Party PHL Launches Fundraiser for Philly’s First Women’s Sports Bar

Watch Party PHL is officially launching its donation campaign to build Philadelphia’s first-ever women’s sports bar. On Monday, the organization revealed its $40,000 fundraising goal with donations being accepted...

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...

Making some River Wards noise

NKCDC-backed River Wards Sound Collective launches at the Boom Room.By Aja BeechDozens of local residents braved the winter weather last week all in the name of music.Last...

Contending against the odds

Ray Robinson to fight at first-ever boxing card at the Fillmore.By William KennyPro boxer Ray Robinson gave his first interview when he was 7.A newspaper reporter...

River Wards events for the week of March 22

Stay up to date on what’s going on in your neighborhood.Poor Man’s SupperJoin St. George and MDG to embark on the Lenten journey with fellowship...

The art of Ukrainian egg decorating

Work­shop at the Ukie Club teaches com­munity mem­bers the Ukrain­i­an tra­di­tion of pysanky.By Aja BeechEast­er is quickly ap­proach­ing and for some mem­bers of the Ukrain­i­an com­munity,...

New commanding officer in town

An exclusive interview with the new captain of the 26th District.Earlier this month, the Philadelphia Police Department announced more than 100 promotions within its ranks.Those...

Port Richmond woman opens Fishtown’s first cycle studio

Ciclo at 2040 Frankford Ave. is Fishtown’s first cycle studio. ALI EAVES / STAR PHOTOFishtown’s first cycle studio had its inaugural ride on Saturday, March 8.Not...
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