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Manayunk

Elections

Roxborough: Combating the Issue of Overdevelopment

November 8, 2016 Patrick M Johnstone

Right now, at the corner of Henry Avenue and Maris Street, there sits an empty lot. But because of the by-right development, a new apartment building is in the works. Thanks to by-right, and much

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Roxborough: Donna Persico Preserves Local History in Review Archives

November 2, 2016 Veronica L Dekett

In 2012, Donna Persico was writing a book about a 1959 Roxborough murder that involved the last case of execution by electric chair in the state of Pennsylvania. For some of her research, she used

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Manayunk: Five Places to Get Handmade Furniture

September 28, 2016 Veronica L Dekett

Manayunk is a hot spot to live, and the perfect place to buy the coolest, unique, handmade furniture for when you move in. No matter where you live, look no further than Manayunk to find

Arts and Entertainment

Manayunk: An Unsung Champion For The Arts In Philadelphia

August 30, 2016 John Neumann McGuire

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

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Manayunk: Along With Healthy Foods, Pretzel Park Farmers Market Offers A Sense Of Community

June 30, 2016 John Neumann McGuire

The Pretzel Park Farmers Market, now in its fourth year of operation, provides fresh and organic fruits and vegetables to the people of Manayunk, a community known to be lacking in accessible healthy food retailers.

Business

Manayunk: Helix Motorsports’ Big Ideas About Minis

June 30, 2016 Kevin 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

Arts and Entertainment

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

June 14, 2016 Kevin F Barr

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

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

June 10, 2016 John Neumann McGuire

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

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Manayunk: Kevin Smith Fights for Development that Makes Sense

May 26, 2016 Kevin F Barr

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

Business

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

May 25, 2016 Kevin F Barr

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

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