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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...

New 24th District commanding officer introduced

Capt. Daniel O’Connor, the 24th District’s new commanding officer, speaks to the community at a town hall meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18. CAROLAN DIFIORE...

River Wards events for the week of Feb. 19

Richmond library eventsDietician Stephanie Perez will give a free nutrition lesson and cooking demonstration for adults on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 11 a.m.Book club will be...

Neighborhood news in brief for the week of Feb. 19

Richmond Street closure postponed againThe Pennsylvania De­part­ment of Trans­port­a­tion today announced a new date for the two-year Richmond Street closure to begin: Thursday, Feb. 20.Snowstorms...

From World’s Workshop to Hipster Mecca

Photos and artifacts line the walls of the exhibit. “It’s almost like looking at a different world,” said NLNA President Matt Ruben, referring to...

Grace Townhomes zoning vote delayed

The Philadelphia Zoning Board of Adjustment’s hearing on the proposed Grace Townhomes development was postponed until Wednesday, March 26, to enable the developer to...

Inspired by a true story

Writer and director David Boorboor gives direction before calling action on set. PHOTO COURTESY OF MARK ELSONAn independent psychological thriller inspired by the true story...
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