On June 4, The Oyster House celebrated its 40th birthday. There are a number of reasons a restaurant has been in business for…
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The foundation board and volunteers from last year’s Rock the Block, who say the Stogie Joe’s staffers are…
Graduation season has hit us, and while scholars have certainly merited some monetary rewards…
Stephen Pagano definitely delights in his life as a local yet does not deem an occasional escape a betrayal of…
A lot goes into a 10-minute play with 20 fourth graders — it flew by on Tuesday morning in the G.W. Childs…
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Authorities ventured to K&W Grocery, 2600 S. 10th St., at 8:18 a.m. May 24 for a robbery radio call, learning from the proprietor that only minutes earlier, an unknown male brandished a handgun and demanded money from her, Detective Danielle…
Eric Singel savors challenges, believing that each undertaking allows him to contribute elements of his effervescent personality…
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17th Police District, 20th and Federal streets, holds a Townwatch Meeting 6 p.m. June 9 at the District; and a Captain’s Townhall and Community Meeting 5:30 p.m. June 15 at the District. 215–686–3170. phillypolice.com/districts/17th.
Photo 6: The South Philadelphia Tap Room, 1509 Mifflin St., held its 11th annual Wheat Beer Fest at the Point…
A Grays Ferry business lost $6,000 in tools through a recent robbery.
The overseer of Lou Lozzi Automotive, 3041 Vare Ave., noticed a vehicle in his lot running idle at 7:40 p.m. May 24, nearly an hour after he had secured his…
Home truth: The 3rd Police District, 11th and Wharton streets, held a five-hour community day celebration on Saturday. Along with gathering…
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With the Friday passing of Muhammad Ali, 2016 claimed yet another revered and influential figure, leading numerous individuals and news outlets, including CNN, which wondered if this is “the year of celebrity death,” to fear for the future. When Robin Williams…
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Three victims parted with five possessions total in a Queen Village robbery.
Responding to a robbery-in-progress call on the 600 block of South American Street at 2:10 a.m. May 25, authorities talked with the trio of complainants…
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To our Readers:
We have lost so many public figures this year that I have found myself falling prey to wondering and fearing who will be next. This somewhat sad practice did not leave me in shock when I learned of the…
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GEMINI (May 21 to June 20): Heavy commitments and argumentative friends are draining your energy. Do not get caught up in other people’s concerns, and avoid controversial situations. An opportunity to work on a freelance basis will be your cup of tea. Keep…
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Charles Santore Branch: One-on-one computer tutoring for seniors daily by appointment; Children’s Chess 1 p.m. June 11; English as a Second Language Conversation Group 1 p.m. and Yoga for All Levels 6:30 p.m. June 13; Baby and Toddler Storytime 10:15…
Authorities issued an arrest warrant for the alleged aggressor in a Grays Ferry gun matter.
Police took a person-with-a-gun radio call at 5:50 p.m. May 25 and located the complainant on the 2700 block of Wharton Street, Detective…
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South Philadelphia Tap Room, 1509 Mifflin St., will cap Philly Beer Week Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. through its Extreme Beer Brunch. The Newbold location promises “a booze-absorbing brunch and the sickest draught list of the week.” Visit…
A male left minus any money in an attempted robbery of a Hawthorne store.
At 2 a.m. May 21, the figure entered Dunkin’ Donuts, 809 S. Broad St., and stated “Don’t press any buttons” in approaching the counter. An employee said she could not open the register, leading…
A man suffered two stab wounds following an auto accident in Lower Moyamensing.
Police reported to the 800 block of Jackson Street at 6:16 p.m. May 24 in response to a radio call of a person with a weapon, Detective…