River Ward events for the week of November 21
ONGOINGFood drive for the needyAmerican Legion Post 821 is holding its annual food drive for the needy. All donations of canned goods and other non-perishables...
Thanksgiving events
Thanksgiving market at Greensgrow FarmsGreensgrow Farms, at 2503 E. Firth St., will continue its Thanksgiving farm stand tonight until 6 p.m. It’s packed with...
Tackling bad neighbors and problem properties
Councilman Bobby Henon (D-6th dist) said he’s tired of bad neighbors ruining the quality of life in River Wards neighborhoods.That’s why he recently announced...
River Wards crime information
You will typically have more success if you report crime to several different outlets; both call and email your district and its captain, ask...
Fishtown neighbors get a zoning earful
In August, the first update of the city’s zoning code in more than 50 years went into effect. Existing zoning won’t be changed retroactively,...
Creating a cause to be thankful for
This past Veteran’s Day, the men and women who serve and have served in the nation’s armed forces were honored here in Philadelphia. But...