Author: Kevin F Barr

Manayunk: An Unsung Champion For The Arts In Philadelphia

August 30, 2016John Neumann McGuire and

Manayunk isn’t a neighborhood widely known for its role in the arts, but residents like Jane Lipton, executive director of the Manayunk Development Corporation (MDC), would like to see that perception change. “We would like people

Manayunk: Helix Motorsports’ Big Ideas About Minis

June 30, 2016Kevin F Barr

Tucked away in a quaint section of Manyunk, PA, one may find it hard to believe that the rather unsuspecting building which Helix Motorsports resides in offers one of the largest selections of parts and

Manayunk: Lucky’s Last Chance Is Not Your Average Burger Joint

June 14, 2016Kevin F Barr and

Since the restaurant’s opening in 2011, Lucky’s Last Chance has earned recognition for its selection of specialty burgers, hot dogs and craft beers. In 2013, the peanut butter and bacon burger even earned the restaurant

Roxborough: All Good Hubcaps Go To Heaven

June 10, 2016Kevin F Barr

For Mike Burcz, the owner of Hubcap Heaven, located in Roxborough, the art of keeping vehicles rolling down the road in style has been in the family business for over 30 years. Hubcap Heaven has

Manayunk: Along the Schuylkill River, Kay Sykora Always Finds A Way

June 10, 2016John Neumann McGuire and

Just off of Main Street, the section of Lock Street stretching onto Venice Island bears a sign, which dubs it as “Kay Sykora Way.” Jane Lipton, executive director of Manayunk Development Corporation, petitioned to have

Manayunk: Kevin Smith Fights for Development that Makes Sense

May 26, 2016Kevin F Barr and

Kevin Smith is president of the Manayunk Neighborhood Council, a not-for-profit civic association dedicated to promoting a unified and sustainable community in Manayunk. Smith, who was raised in Southern California and moved to Manayunk about

Manayunk: Five Unconventional Food Items You Can Find On Main Street

May 25, 2016Kevin F Barr and

Main St. in Manayunk is the perfect place for anyone looking to escape the limitations of a mundane menu. These five eateries provide unique offerings for Philadelphia’s more adventurous food lovers. Tacos de Chapulines at