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Philadelphia Declares June 9 as Civilian Police Oversight Day

Yesterday, Philadelphia City Council unanimously passed a resolution recognizing the legacy and continued importance of independent civilian oversight of policing in Philadelphia, proclaiming June 9 as “Civilian Police Oversight...

‘In Conversation With The Sopranos’ Coming to Rivers Casino

Rivers Casino Philadelphia will welcome fans of the iconic HBO series "The Sopranos" for a night of unforgettable stories, laughs, and behind-the-scenes secrets. "In Conversation with The Sopranos," a...

Old City’s art exiles look toward Fishtown

Brian Sedowsky, left, with his son Brian, daughter Meadow and their friend Gabby, check out the photography of Brad Cox during First Friday on...

Bambi gone bad: Dead deer stinks up Richmond

Residents of Richmond Street in Port Richmond returned to an unpleasant homecoming after the Fourth of July holiday — the body a large white tail deer...

After hitting Allegheny Ave bank, crook heads to Center City

The FBI and the Philadelphia Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a man responsible for the attempted robbery of...

Adult education takes a big hit in river wards

Thanks to drastic cuts in this year’s state budget, education initiatives across Pennsylvania are seeing spending for programs and services drop more than $1 billion.In...

Man still critical after shooting outside Port Richmond strip club

A 21-year-old man is in critical condition following a shooting that happened on Richmond Street in Port Richmond during the Fourth of July weekend.According to...

Brewerytown park gets new spark

Veterans Memorial Park at 31st and Girard, Monday, July 4, 2011.It might have taken some time, but thanks to help from residents, the Fairmount Community...
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