-
Education in FishtownSTRIVE for the Future
It’s always nice to have a second chance…at anything. And, for young folks who have had a rough go at it, a second chance means everything. STRIVE for the Future,…
Denise M. Krenski | 01/08/2014 -
Local Business in FishtownKeepin’ Money in the Community
By Elyse Hauser Keepin' it Local Supports Local Businesses We all love the neighborhood, with all of its businesses and amenities, but we don’t always give much thought to the…
spiritadmin | 04/03/2013 -
Features in Fishtown
A Healthy Respect for the Law
“I found if you just sometimes listen to people and try and help, you can make a difference. You can also gain a lot of trust - and that's what I did,” stated Police…
Jeff Kilpatrick | 01/30/2013 -
Features in FishtownWhat’s Happening at 1850 Frankford Avenue?
A development project proposed for a highly visible and heavily trafficked stretch of Frankford Avenue has elicited mixed feelings from its nearby neighbors. A new vision for 1850 through 1862…
Kevin Musselman | 01/23/2013 -
A&E in Fishtown“G.I. Who?” New Novel Supports The Troops With Laughter.
Dolores Tansey has plenty of reasons to support the military. “I have three retired Marine grandsons, one retired Coast Guard grandson, and two grandsons who are active in the Marines,” she said.…
Spirit Staff | 01/16/2013 -
Family in FishtownCommunity Gathers at 10th Annual Holy Name Community Communion Breakfast
Every year, the men's and women's Ancient Order of Hibernians (A.O.H. and L.A.O.H.), Division 51, gather to celebrate and award their most influential members and supporters. Throughout the year, this organization…
Spirit Staff | 01/16/2013 -
Features in FishtownAdaire Heroes Brunch
On Tuesday, December 18, Adaire School held its fourth annual Heroes Brunch to celebrate and honor local crossing guards, police officers and firefighters who help keep our children and community…
Max Pulcini | 01/02/2013 -
Community in FishtownActual Value Initiative: Homeowners Be Prepared and Ask Questions
I am sure at this point you have heard about the city’s Actual Value Initiative (AVI), especially if you are a property owner in Philadelphia. These past few months, I have…
Jeff Kilpatrick | 06/27/2012 -
Features in FishtownClean Plate: Grilled Tuna Steak
My parents gave Joe a grill for his birthday, which was timed perfectly to prepare us for last week’s heat wave, and we made exciting Friday night plans to put it…
Casey Ann Beck | 06/27/2012 -
Features in FishtownThe Local Lens
A few weeks ago I heard a very disturbing story about a guy who sometimes used to wait at the Route 15 bus stop with me on Richmond Street. This man…
Thom Nickels | 06/27/2012 -
Local Business in FishtownSpotlight On Business: Patricia Dugan
A Riverward Resident/Attorney Serving Her Neighbors Patricia Dugan (or “Tish” as her friends know her) is “Riverwards” through and through. Her grandparents immigrated directly from Ireland and Poland to the…
Jeff Kilpatrick | 06/20/2012 -
Family in FishtownYes! And…Camp!
Summer Theatre Camp Once Again Offers Alternative Summer Fun at Atonement Once again, this summer Atonement Lutheran Church will host a summer Theatre Camp for children in Fishtown and surrounding…
Jeff Kilpatrick | 06/20/2012