A bar with a story

The exterior of the building where bar-room, a proposed 1920’s themed restaurant, may open this summer. CAROLAN DIFIORE /…

Northern Liberties actress stars in Ibsen classic

Inspired by a true story

Writer and director David Boorboor gives direction before calling action on set. PHOTO COURTESY OF MARK ELSON

Neighbors fight methadone clinic

A proposed methadone clinic would operate at 2100 N. Front St., down the street from its current…

New 24th District commanding officer introduced

Now accepting bitcoin

Philadelphia Brewing Company in East Kensington displays an orange bitcoin sticker at the checkout counter alongside the…

Grace Townhomes zoning vote delayed

The Philadelphia Zoning Board of Adjustment’s hearing on the proposed Grace Townhomes development was postponed until Wednesday, March 26, to enable the developer to meet beforehand with a community group.

Fishtown’s disappearing trees

A tree on the 400 block of Belgrade Street was recently removed at request of the landowner. Many trees…

Fishtown businesses call for increased police patrols

It was standing room only at Cook and Shaker on Albert Street last Wednesday evening when local business owners gathered for a Fishtown Area Business Association meeting to discuss their growing concerns about crime in the neighborhood.

Local schools celebrate Catholic Schools’ Week