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Features in Port RichmondRepresenting Under I-95: State Rep. John Taylor Discusses “Our Life Under I-95” With Us
On June 8, Spirit News published an article titled “Life Under I-95.” This "slice of life" piece highlighted three groups of people and how their lives are affected by…
spiritadmin | 06/22/2016 -
Features in Port RichmondBait & Switch: New Seafood Restaurant Lands in Port Richmond
It’s officially summer, so why not head to the beach? It's nice to get out of the city, feel the sea breeze pushing an ocean mist into your face, dig…
Michael Antonio Castaneda | 06/22/2016 -
Community in Port RichmondMeatballs, Sinatra and “Orange Crush”: Mother of Divine Grace’s Italian Festival
Philadelphia is marked by the various cultures and people scattered throughout each of its neighborhoods. In Port Richmond, the neighborhood is noted for its large Polish and Irish communities. But…
Madison Hall | 06/15/2016 -
A&E in Port RichmondAmerican Ninja Warriors Compete in Port Richmond
The Richmond Generating Station on Delaware Avenue near Lewis Street is a symbol of the Riverwards’ industrial and economic growth and evolution. Since the plant stopped operating regularly in 2004,…
Grace Shallow | 06/10/2016 -
News in Port RichmondLeprechauns Sports Association Holds Three Day Camp, 2016 Football and Cheerleading Registration Now Open
The Leprechauns Sports Association held a three day football camp last week at Monkiewicz Playground (3201 Richmond St). The camp launched the 55th year of Leprechauns sports in the neighborhood of…
Max Pulcini | 05/02/2016 -
Features in Port RichmondPGW and the Port Richmond Plant
According to Philly.com, Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) aims to expand their Port Richmond liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant to produce fuel for non-utility customers. The project, which is to be…
Thomas Beck | 04/15/2016 -
A&E in Port RichmondPortside Community Arts Festival
Portside’s Annual Art Festival To Span Two Days This Year On Saturday, April 23 and Sunday, April 24, Portside Arts Center (2351 Lehigh Avenue) will be holding their 9th Annual…
Grace Shallow | 04/13/2016 -
Features in Port RichmondMusic Row: Your Guide to Local Music
Since 1933, the Polish American String Band (PASB) has been a hugely entertaining tradition in the largely Polish community of Port Richmond. Originally led by Joseph Jankowski, this largely volunteer-based…
Justin Helm | 04/07/2016 -
Features in Port RichmondRiver Wards Cafe: Bringing New Energy to Richmond Street (And It’s Not Just From All the Caffeine)
It’s encouraging whenever a community supports rejuvenation. In the case of Joe Livewell, who recently opened River Wards Cafe in Port Richmond, it’s not just about bringing the community a…
Justin Helm | 04/06/2016 -
Community in Port RichmondPositive Images Group: Rizzo PAL Center Promotes Positive Lifestyles for Girls
The Police Athletic League (PAL) is known around Philadelphia for their involvement with the children of this city. Within each of the 18 PAL centers across the city are various…
Whitney Johnson | 03/24/2016 -
A&E in Port RichmondTheatre Company of Port Richmond: Proving That Stage Plays are Alive and Well in the Riverwards
Theatre is alive and well here in the Riverwards. The Theatre Company of Port Richmond is a long held tradition for generations of residents in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas.…
Justin Helm and Jen Painter | 03/17/2016 -
Community in Port RichmondBlock Church: A Week of Community Service Projects Hosted by Local Church
The Block Church will be hosting a series of community service projects in Port Richmond and the adjacent neighborhoods from Saturday, March 19, through Saturday, March 26. Revive Week, as…
Thomas Beck | 03/11/2016