“He wanted smiles, but he was taking credit for what was already needed for years,” explains a firefighter of Ladder 21 and Engine 9. The “he” in question was Mayor Nutter on Feb. 5, at [continue reading…]
Local residents met Tuesday night at the Fishtown Recreation Center to help support local business. The Fishtown Market, owned by Mark Reiber was found out of variance in a license renewal. Zoning laws prohibit Reiber [continue reading…]
2011 marks the 50th anniversary of the Leprechauns Sports Association, which has provided a variety of sports for local youths in Port Richmond to participate in. Nearly 300 athletes between the ages of 7-18 participate [continue reading…]
The name Palmieri means something to denim enthusiasts in Philadelphia. The embroidery-stitched jeans are a signature mark of custom tailor, Joseph Palmieri whose “wear the difference” motto is making more than just a fashion statement. [continue reading…]
As you walk north of Fifth Avenue toward Somerset Street in the business strip of Fairhill you will pass by an important cultural organization. Raices Culturales Latino Americana or Latin American Cultural Roots, with the rear [continue reading…]
For many individuals living in the city, biking is more than just exercise or a convenient way around town—it is a lifestyle. Thusly, it is important that there are shops around town that cater accordingly [continue reading…]
Boxing and cutting hair don’t have much in common. The main difference between the two is that one of them pays the rent. Owner of the International Barber Federation, Roc Marshall, has a passion for [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/19579300] Frankford Avenue in Mayfair may be the heart of Northeast Philadelphia, but area employees said the street has undergone a dramatic transformation over the years. The Frankford Avenue business district, between Harbison and Solly avenues, has transformed [continue reading…]
In the neighborhood of Francisville, it is rare that many small businesses succeed. Once a place where popular stores and nightclubs thrived on Ridge Avenue, Francisville now stands desolate having maybe two or three stores [continue reading…]
Angel Casiano loves music. He has rocked his guitar over the span of two decades. But after a five-year hiatus from playing live, the Morrell Park performer and writer is ready to tour the venues [continue reading…]
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