A man for all reasons

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His self-confessed lack of will power has enabled Ed McBride to enrich local…

Commemorating a loved one at Citizens Bank Park

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Scottish poet Robert Burns should have included “children” when he penned the immortal line “The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry.”

Across the generations

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A few months ago, Philip Narducci became more hands-on at his family’s nightclub, Encore. When he got into the groove of things, he suggested something to his nephew.

Consolidating Catholic Education: Proposed Stella Maris merge

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“As emotional as everything is, you need to avoid coming at it from an emotional stance,” Patricia Cody said after Friday’s dismissal of 293 pupils from Epiphany of Our Lord, 1248 Jackson…

Top 10 expressions and sayings heard too often in South Philly

Life in the slammer

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One of three males charged with murdering a Point Breeze man — who lived for more than two years before succumbing to his injuries — was convicted.

A jury found Hakim Bond, 23, of the 2300 block of Ellsworth Street, guilty of…

Chaz Franklin returns home a champ

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Possessing a grateful mentality, Chaz Franklin uses Christmas to acknowledge his blessings. The most recent rendition found the 30-year-old hoopster especially appreciative, as he spent it recollecting a joyous bit of novelty. Only…

Alleged repeat offender

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An Upper Darby detective identified a West Philly man responsible for a Grays Ferry robbery as he was apprehended for previous robberies in Delaware County.

Bishop DeSimone thankful to be back at St. Monica

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Saturday’s mass at St. Monica, 17th and Ritner streets, will be one of thanksgiving. It also will be a celebration of the 90th birthday of His Excellency Louis A. DeSimone, retired auxiliary bishop of…

Local solves childhood mystery

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Many people must figuratively find themselves to acquire comfort. Steve Carter, however, has needed a literal application to secure solace. Curiosity last year drove the resident of the 700 block of St. Albans Street to research his life…