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Features in Port RichmondWho Decides What is “Historic”? Olde Richmond Residents Rally, Gothic Revival Church/Nuisance Bar Razed Despite Historic Register Nomination
As 2015 came to a close, it took with it a dispute between the neighborhood of Olde Richmond and a 150-year-old church. In light of the Philadelphia Historical Commission’s decision…
John Henry Scott | 01/07/2016 -
Crime in Port RichmondFamily in Port Richmond Seeks Justice for Son’s Killers
According to FOX 29, a Port Richmond family that witnessed their own son’s murder has yet to bring the 21-year-old man’s assailants to justice even after the Police released surveillance…
Thomas Weir | 01/04/2016 -
A&E in Port RichmondPort Richmond Couple Performs Dirty Comedy Monthly
When someone mentions a dirty comedy show, most people picture younger folks in the audience and onstage. 60-year old Roger Snair and 68-year old Linda Berry are a married couple…
Grace Shallow | 12/17/2015 -
News in Port RichmondRichmond Street Closures on Thursday and Friday
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDot) has announced the closure of Richmond Street near Ann Street where I-95 passes over the road from Thursday to Friday. The closure will go…
Whitney Johnson | 12/08/2015 -
Features in Port RichmondPort Richmond Gets a Poochie Park
Until very recently, dog owners in Port Richmond had limited safe options for their dogs to play outdoors. There was no place for dogs to romp off leash before Mike…
Lindsey Miller | 12/03/2015 -
Features in Port RichmondSt. Anne’s JV Football Gears Up for Playoffs, Varsity Prepares for High School
Last week, The Spirit had a chance to catch up the St. Anne’s Falcons football team. The Falcons compete in the CYO Football League, a faith-based youth football league sponsored…
Max Pulcini | 11/12/2015 -
Features in Port RichmondHappy Veterans Day! Photos from Sunday’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial Ceremony in Port Richmond
On Sunday, November 8th residents flocked to Campbell's Square in Port Richmond to pay their respects to a new memorial dedicated to those who fought and lost their lives during…
Spirit Staff | 11/11/2015 -
Features in Port RichmondPHOTOS: People at a Port Richmond Polling Place
Meet some of the folks who rocked the vote in the 25th Ward, 3rd Division at the Port Richmond Senior Center (3068 Belgrade St.) yesterday. Interviews by Justin Helm, Photos by Jen Painter…
Justin Helm and Jen Painter | 11/04/2015 -
Crime in Port RichmondCrime Blocks: Removing the Menace
In addition to the trash strewn about the yard, a foul stench of dog droppings and stale cigarettes emanated from the pigeon-infested house whenever the squatters opened their front door.…
Bob Stewart | 10/21/2015 -
Crime in Port RichmondSuspect Sought in T-Mobile Robbery on Aramingo Avenue
Police are asking for help identifying a man who robbed a T-Mobile store located at 3668 Aramingo Avenue. On October 6, 2015 the suspect stole several cell phones & mini…
Thomas Weir | 10/14/2015 -
Features in Port RichmondThe Local Lens – Sitting in on Service at St. Anne’s
Far from the excessive papal lockdown of Center City, with its fences and overkill road restrictions, the open doors of Saint Anne’s Church on East Lehigh Avenue welcomed a diverse…
Thom Nickels | 10/01/2015 -
Features in Port RichmondAllegheny Family Chiropractic Center: An Old Business Trying New Things
Dr. Dana Kent is no stranger to chiropractic adjustments. From the time she was born, Dana and her siblings were getting adjusted by their father, Dr. Raymond Kent. She remembers…
Max Pulcini | 09/30/2015