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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...

River Ward events for the week of October 30

Liberti church Halloween partyOn Halloween night, liberti church east will open its doors at 2424 E. York St. for kids and families to enjoy...

City announces tax plan to help some homeowners who have fallen behind

The city this month announced it will help some homeowners who have fallen behind in paying their property taxes to get current and stay current.They...

Community grants from SugarHouse will soon increase

The SugarHouse casino has disbursed funds to some River Wards communities through the Penn Treaty Special Services District since 2009. FILE PHOTOIt may just be...

Art with no home

Viking Mills studios, at Hagert and Boston streets. The building is closed indefinitely as of Oct. 21. SAM NEWHOUSE / STAR PHOTOEDITED TO ADD: Philebrity...

Just another blighted building?

The facade of the long-vacant Nativity B.V.M. School, at Belgrade and East Madison streets. The building overlooks Campbell Square, and many neighbors think it...

SNAPSHOTS: Street Glitter Gallery grand opening

Owners Tami and Casey.On Saturday, Oct. 19, Street Glitter Gallery, 306 E. Girard Ave. celebrated its grand opening on the avenue with live music, circus...
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