Beautifying a neighborhood’s roots
Under a drizzle and gray skies last week, an unusual sound echoed across Campbell Square in Port Richmond.Chip. Chip. Chip.The sound was artist Roger Wing,...
Philly’s kids are s-m-a-r-t
Over 102 participants from second through eighth grades tested their prowess Friday at the 11th annual Fishtown Spelling Bee. The kids displayed their talent...
Hurricane Sandy in the River Wards
As of 5 p.m. Tuesday:Fishtown’s Penn Treaty Park, at Delaware Avenue and Beach Street, had experienced some flooding from the Delaware River, leaving a line...
River Ward events for the week of October 24
SKCP’s Candidate’s NightTonight, the South Kensington Community Partners will host its Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) Candidate’s Night, where members of the community can meet...
Halloween events
Halloween “Freaky Farm”Join neighbors for a fun Halloween attraction — starting Friday, Oct. 26 and running through Tuesday, Oct. 30, visit the corner of Thompson and Albert...
It’s almost election time: meet your local candidates!
Race: 1st District in the State Senate; runs from South Philly through Fishtown, Northern Liberties and Kensington.Candidate: Larry Farnese, DemocratBackground: Farnese, 44, an attorney who...