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‘Mompreneurs’ raise money for charity

A group of “mompreneurs” held a fundraiser and morning of community service in South Philly to teach their kids the value of giving back on Mother’s Day. The event was held at Beehive at Bok...

Renovated library opens at Key School

Each colorful book on the sprawling, neatly-stacked shelves represents an opportunity. The Francis Scott Key School at 8th and Wolf streets cut the ribbon on a renovated library on the second floor of its school...

Farmers Market returning to South and Passyunk

About a decade ago, South Street shoppers and nearby residents had the unique opportunity to buy farm fresh foods right along the iconic stretch of trendy hotspots. Next month, it’s coming back. The South & Passyunk...

East Passyunk Sidewalk Sales return

On May 13, the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District will hold its first Second Saturday Sidewalk Sale of the year, an all-day affair of shopping locally made goods, vintage finds and more throughout...

Group X unveils artwork at Navy Yard

New larger than life artwork by Group X is on display at the Navy Yard. Greetings From The Mirage was unveiled on May 5 on the grassy field at 11th Street and Kitty Hawk Avenue...

Honors for N-G hoops stars

Three players from Neumann-Goretti High School have received Pennsylvania Sportswriters Boys’ Basketball All-State honors for the 2022-23 season. Junior Robert Wright and senior Sultan Adewale both received First-Team recognition while junior Khaafig Myers received a...

South Philly to celebrate the Kentucky Derby

Can’t get to Churchill Downs for the big race? South Street has you covered. The Twisted Tail, the popular Southern-inspired restaurant, bar and live Blues joint, will take over the Headhouse Square Plaza on May...

Cheers to helping sheltered animals

A new beer from a local brewery will help sheltered animals find new homes. Dock Street Brewery at 2118 Washington Ave. is teaming up with the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society on a new flavorful hazy...

East Passyunk shop receives rare gift from celebrity

At Philly Typewriter on East Passyunk Avenue, there’s a story behind every machine on every shelf. The cozy storefront, owned by Bryan Kravitz and Bill Rhoda, has become the largest typewriter company in the world...

Asbestos discovered at Vare

Asbestos has been discovered at a South Philly charter school. Universal Vare Charter School at 2100 S. 24th Street in Grays Ferry sent out a letter to parents on Friday stating that asbestos fiber release...
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