Giving kids a chance
There might be no worse news on earth than word that a child is sick. For a parent, that's definitely the case. The flip side is the unifying effect these ordeals...
Sharing the faith
The National Shrine of St. Rita, built as a tribute, received its own honor last weekend. Members of a sister memorial, the Shrine of St. Rita in Cascia, Italy, traveled to...
Primary polls have pull
When voters go to the polls Tuesday, they will encounter something unusual: options. In a part of the city known for ho-hum primary races and shoo-in incumbents, this year's race is...
Waiting pool
Plans remain afloat for an Italian Memorial at the site of the Fante-Leone Pool, but some of the organizers are accusing city officials of making waves. The city has yet to...
Entry-level fun
I had a great experience at the New York International Auto Show. I got to meet and interview Carroll Shelby, the man behind the Shelby Cobra and the GT-350 Mustang, still going...
Covering all bases
Alfred James Reach was the first professional baseball player, cofounded the Phillies, established a million-dollar sporting-goods business and built Baker Bowl. But that's not the neatest thing about Reach. He...
Recipes for filing
Good morning! We all know what day this is -- the day Uncle Sam requires us to file our tax returns by midnight. Each December, my husband Edward begins to nag...
Natural creation
Among Nick Curry's art collection is a pastel sketch called Two Trees. Rich in earth tones, the drawing is the 68-year-old artist's favorite because it reminds him of a happier time in...
Budget for books smarts
Mayor John Street announced last month that Philadelphia will face a $227-million budget deficit for fiscal year 2005. To combat the shortfall, the city will implement budget cuts in the coming...
