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American Mythologies Exhibition at Germantown Historical Society

The Germantown Historical Society (5501 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA) is thrilled to announce the launch of American Mythologies, a new exhibition showcasing the work of acclaimed Philadelphia-based artists Tom...

Judge Dugan Vows to Review Ellen Greenberg’s Death on NewsNation’s ‘CUOMO’

Philadelphia District Attorney candidate Judge Patrick Dugan appeared live on NewsNation’s ‘CUOMO’ Friday night, where he vowed to conduct a “thorough review” of the death of 27-year-old Philadelphia schoolteacher...

The River Wards spend a Night Out against crime

A lucky youngster takes a seat on a police officer’s bike at Port Richmond’s National Night Out. SUBMITTED PHOTONational Night Out, a nationwide awareness-raising...

ORCA says yes to Wynn development

An artist’s rendering of Steve Wynn’s proposed Fishtown casino and hotel. COURTESY OF WYNN RESORTS, LTD.At the July 29 meeting of the Olde Richmond Civic...

Bridesburg’s pantry problem

A volunteer at the Bridesburg United Methodist Church food pantry on Kirkbride Street stocks shelves in the church’s food pantry. SAM NEWHOUSE / STAR PHOTOKirkbride...

River Wards events for the week of August 7

Liberti church Teen Arts CampTeenagers from the River Wards have created works of art throughout the month of July at liberti church east’s arts camp,...

Community rallies for fire victims

Lending a helping hand: Members of Firm Hope Baptist Church and the L.O.V.E. Social Club prepared posters for a donations gathering event on July...

UPDATED: Fire displaces five Port Richmond families

Aftermath: The boarded-up homes on the 2800 block of Memphis Street on Tuesday afternoon. SAM NEWHOUSE / STAR PHOTOEd. note: Check back to this story...
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