Group raises $17.5K for melanoma research
On Oct. 23, Teams Elbo/Patio raised $17,500 for Melanoma Research during a walk at Lanier Playground at 29th and Tasker Streets. THe money raised benefited the Wistar Institute at 36th and Spruce Streets. The...
The benefits of a tree canopy
A South Philly neighborhood has been leading the charge to plant new trees in the city.
Abdallah Tabet has been at the center of it in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood, and what started as a...
150 years for Engine 24
After a century and a half, Engine 24 is still at peak performance.
The Philadelphia Fire Department celebrated another milestone as Engine 24 at 1200 S. 20th St. in South Philly’s Point Breeze neighborhood surpassed...
Community Calendar
November 10
Tim Dillon – Podcast Show - At 8 p.m. at the Xcite Center at Parx Casino in Bensalem. Tickets are $40 at https://www.timdilloncomedy.com/
November 11
Magic of Manilow - A Tribute to the Music of...
Around Town
Walk to end Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s -- Philadelphia is taking place on Nov. 12 at Citizens Bank Park. More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease — a...
Big award for Anderson Monarchs
A South Philly youth sports institution received high honors and recognition for the great work it has done in the community.
The Anderson Monarchs, a sports-based youth developmental organization based at 744 S. 17th St....
New artwork bridges indigenous nations
A new piece of artwork at the Philadelphia Navy Yard has millions of years of history behind it.
Alpha Sacred Beings (The Origin of Creation) is the latest work of lead artist Marianela Fuentes, who...
Turkey Tailgate raises money for charity
Philly PR Girl’s 7th annual charity Turkey Day Tailgate took place on October 30 outside Lincoln Financial Field before the Eagles vs Steelers game and raised $6,500 for local charities
About 400 Guests experienced the...
Meet live reindeer at the ASHM
On November 15 at 10:30 a.m., celebrate indigenous people's month and learn about the Sami of Sweden at the American Swedish History Museum in FDR Park. For the November Toddler Time program, families will...
Dough Head Pizza joining cheesesteak hotspot
A new pizzeria is carving out its slice of South Philadelphia’s biggest cheesesteak destination.
The common question for years has been Pat’s or Geno’s when it came time for a late-night food run. Now Dough...
