Profiles
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A&E in Temple University
Temple Graduate Wins College Emmy Award
Recent Temple University graduate Eli LaBan has a lot to be proud of. Several weeks ago, at the 2017 College Television Awards in Los Angeles, LaBan won a College Emmy…
Thomas Beck | 06/30/2017 -
Profiles in Kensington
From Depths of Fire Tragedy, Red Paw Saves Abner The Cat
In the deep of night on Memorial Day weekend, Michelle Graser found herself woken up from her rowhome on 6th and Berks by the smell of smoke. She went to…
Max Weinstein | 06/30/2017 -
Features
From Mexico City to the Riverwards the Hard Way
The debate over sanctuary city status is a hot topic, both locally and nationally. For years, cities like Philadelphia were forced to pick up the tab when rounding up and…
Ptah Gabrie | 06/23/2017 -
Local Business in Fishtown
Printing Business Celebrates Two Decades In Fishtown
Devilfish Ink, a graphic arts and printing business so named after the octopus, with which it shares the ability to spray dye, is celebrating its 20-year anniversary in the Fishtown…
Max Weinstein | 06/23/2017 -
Profiles in Fishtown
Fishtown Local Goes From Near-Felon to Valedictorian
Michael Flanagan had worked a string of low-paying jobs, hamstrung by the fact that he never graduated high school. He was taking care of a newborn daughter. And he…
Max Weinstein | 06/01/2017 -
Profiles in Kensington
Meet the Community Liaison of Philadelphia’s Al-Aqsa Islamic Society
Adab Ibrahim, Community Liaison for Philadelphia’s Al-Aqsa Islamic Society, was already seated at ReAnimator Coffee in Kensington when I arrived. With three children (all at Temple University), a busy…
Jacquie Mahon | 06/01/2017 -
Features in Fairmount
J. Russell Peltz Inducted into the AC Boxing Hall of Fame
It’s May, which means it’s Hall of Fame induction time in the boxing community. Last week, Spirit News reported on Wade Hinnant, George Hill and Frank Kubach’s induction into the…
Tim McCloskey | 05/31/2017 -
Profiles in Brewerytown
Wade Hinnant and George Hill Inducted into the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame
On Sunday, March 21 the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame inducted 15 new members, including two fighters with North Philly roots. The ceremony was held at Romano’s Catering in Juniata…
Tim McCloskey | 05/25/2017 -
Features in Kensington
Front Street Gym’s Frank Kubach Inducted Into the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame
On Sunday, March 21, the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame inducted Front Street Gym owner Frank Kubach into the class of 2017. The ceremony was held at Romano’s Catering…
Tim McCloskey | 05/24/2017 -
Opinion
The Local Lens: Happy Birthday, Walt
On May 31 this year, America’s greatest poet, Walt Whitman, will be 198 years old. His birthday celebration will be held on Tuesday, May 23 at 5 PM at the…
Thom Nickels | 05/21/2017 -
News
Spirit News Candidate Guide for the May 16th Primaries
On Tuesday, May 16th, Philadelphians will have the opportunity to cast their vote in the Primary Elections. Registered Democrats and Republicans in Philadelphia will choose their parties’ candidates for: District…
Spirit Staff | 05/12/2017 -
Profiles in Strawberry Mansion
Girls Lacrosse at Strawberry Mansion High School Offers Local Youth Another Option
There is no question about what kind of sports tend to thrive in mostly urban communities. You have your standard football and basketball with boxing and track and field also…
Tyrell Walker | 05/10/2017