SPHS after-school program leaves South Philly over funding issues
An after-school program organized by SEAMAAC, a South Philly-based organization whose mission is “serve immigrants and refugees and other politically, socially and economically marginalized communities” had to be relocated from South Philadelphia High School...
Nikil Saval jumps into the state Senate race
Nikil Saval, a political organizer and Democratic leader of South Philly’s 2nd Ward, announced Sunday plans to unseat state Sen. Larry Farnese (D-1st dist.) in the April primary. The announcement was made at Hawthorne...
Above and Beyond: Nia Wilkerson-Harris
When Girl Scout Nia Wilkerson-Harris was considering ideas for her Gold Award project, she was convinced no ordinary project would do. Wilkerson-Harris, a member of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, wanted her project...
Sheriff-elect Bilal begins her transition
Sheriff-elect Rochelle Bilal last week announced her transition team.
Bilal, whose transition team includes former City Controller Jonathan Saidel, plans to implement policies and procedures to improve the efficiency and engagement of the more than...
Youth golf program takes over Jay Sigel Learning Center at FDR
Though the FDR Golf Club has permanently closed, The First Tee of Greater Philadelphia, a youth development organization, continues to operate out of the 350-acre South Philadelphia park.
One day after the course’s closure in...
Former Mummers broadcaster, string band member and music businessman writes first children’s book
Whether designing string band costumes or moderating panels at the CBGB Music and Film Festival, South Philly native James Donio has dabbled in a gamut of artistic experiences.
However, the now-Collingwood resident has recently embarked...
South Philly serves as the subject of upcoming climate change-inspired public art
South Philly neighborhoods aren’t necessarily considered typical topics of environmental crises.
For most, more common images, such as melting ice caps, come to mind when thinking about major ecological shifts.
Ironically, though, some of the most...
Calendar Events – November 27 Issue
Saturday, November 30
Houseplant Workshop and Plant Swap from 1 to 3 p.m. at Fumo Family Library, 2437 S. Broad St. Learn the do’s and don’ts of plant care. Presented by Donna Williams, moderator of...
American Swedish Historical Museum explores climate change
Though the American Swedish Historical Museum spotlights Scandinavian past, the cultural institution’s current exhibition elevates the Nordic region’s present and, perhaps, its future.
“Nordic Changes: Works by Diane Burko,” which runs at the Packer Park...
East Passyunk Crossing resident recognized as a Pew fellow
Maria Shaplin often lights up the room.
Whether inside a warehouse or the Wilma, the East Passyunk Crossing resident has spent the last 20 years mastering the art of lighting design for a spectrum of...
