On a sweltering mid June afternoon, Port Richmond resident Michelle Williams sat on a bench at the Cione Playground. Referred to as St. Anne’s Park by the locals (because of its proximity to the now [continue reading…]
For the past year or so, think pieces from publications such as The New York Times, Billboard and SPIN have been presenting a simple thesis – vinyl is back. But if you live in Philadelphia, you probably already knew [continue reading…]
Philadelphia folklore suggests the turn of the 16th century brought along the founding of peace between local Native American Lenape Clan and one of the city’s most famous icons. Legend has it William Penn brokered a peace [continue reading…]
Efrain Diaz had a bad addiction, a heroin addiction. “I lost my family. I lost my wife,” said the 58-year-old. Yet for the past 30 years, Diaz has been helping people overcome their addictions. This [continue reading…]
A large congregation of music students and proud parents gathered last week in the upstairs foyer of Port Richmond’s Portside Arts Center for the first public performance for many of the young participants. Tiny hands [continue reading…]
Residents living south of South Street have witnessed rapid change over the last decade. From Ori Feibush’s new construction and rehabilitated homes to closing shops and bars, the area has been in a constant state of flux. According to census [continue reading…]
The Foodery, a craft beer bottle shop located in Northern Liberties is one place in the city that is set for Philly Beer Week. The celebration lasts 10 days, starting last Friday and running to [continue reading…]
Joe DeFelice has a mission. The chairman of the Mayfair Community Development Corporation is using a weekly farmers’ market in the heart of Mayfair to kickstart that mission. The market will be running every Sunday [continue reading…]
There are a lot of fun things to do in Philadelphia, but for the amateur athlete who loves to run, there are many unique ways to get involved. Whether it’s dressing up in your favorite [continue reading…]
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