Author: Jared L Phillips

Frankford: Hold Harmless Policy is Holding Back Education Funding for Frankford Schools

December 15, 2016 Jared L Phillips

Education funding in Philadelphia is arguably the most hotly debated topic in the city. For local Frankford schools, it has been a crippling issue even though enrollment rates in Philadelphia schools has declined by more

Frankford: Keep The Faith In Frankford President Inspires Hope In Frankford’s Faithful

November 9, 2016 Jared L Phillips

Since the closing of St. Joachim’s parish and Mater Dolorosa churches in the region three years ago, its members were given no choice but to merge into the Holy Innocents parish. However, for Keep The

Frankford and Bridesburg: District 177 State Representative Race Giving an Underdog a Chance

November 8, 2016 Jared L Phillips

As the two Presidential Candidates, Donald J. Trump and Hillary Clinton, prepare their last few arguments in the campaign trail, party representatives throughout the nation prepare for the outcome on November 8th. This year’s general

Frankford: Grand Army Of The Republic Museum & Library Offers Frankford Residents Historical Context

November 3, 2016 Jared L Phillips

It’s arguably the most inconspicuous building on Griscom Street. The building is the former home of Dr. John Ruan, a prominent doctor in Frankford in the 18th and 19th centuries. There’s no large sign or

Frankford: Corridor Cleaning Manager Eugene Thomas Is Making A Difference Among Youth In Frankford

October 21, 2016 Jared L Phillips

It’s not easy to find a job fresh off house arrest. Luckily for “Buddha,” as Eugene Thomas is affectionately referred to, a quick call to Rep. Jason Dawkins solved that problem. Thomas, 27, has been