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DNC 2016 in KensingtonWelcome to Clintonville: Kensington Shantytown Built in Protest of Hillary Clinton and DNC
“Clintonville,” a pop-up community that reflects the pain and anxiety of the poor and homeless, has been established in a lot at the corner of Somerset and American Streets in…
Shane English and Megan Matuzak | 07/25/2016 -
Features in FishtownInphused Philly: Local Instagram Account Hosts Low Key Marijuana-Infused Food Parties For Select Followers
Philadelphia exists in a state of limbo regarding the status of the consumption of cannabis. The switch from stiff punishments for small amounts of marijuana to a $25 fine for…
spiritadmin | 07/23/2016 -
A&E in Art MuseumThe Oval is Open! Eakins Oval Pop-Up Park Kicks Off, Starts Summer of Programming
The summer season officially kicked off for the Oval on Friday July 15th. The seasonal pop-up park located right on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway is entering its fourth year,…
Patrick Clark and Madison Hall | 07/20/2016 -
Features in FairmountAnytime Fitness Looks to Bring the Future of Gyms to Fairmount
Anytime Fitness at 1640 Fairmount Avenue may be the future of gyms. Located in a newly renovated building with 24/7 access, personal trainers and WellBeats programming that allows members…
Grace Shallow | 07/20/2016 -
A&E in FairmountBocce Ball For All: Locals Start Bocce League In Hopes of Bringing Community Together
A few years ago, Kyle Fernley and Sam Holloschutz had never played bocce before. This summer, they came together to start a bocce league in Fairmount. The All-American Liberty League’s…
Grace Shallow | 07/20/2016 -
DNC 2016How Will the Democratic National Convention Affect Your Ability to Get Around Philly?
We all remember the transportation dilemmas posed by the Papal visit in September 2015. At the time, 4.7 square miles of Philadelphia was closed to travelers and commuters trying to…
Spencer Homan | 07/20/2016 -
Features in KensingtonFriday Night Fights: Diesel Fit Gym Hosting Showdown of Champions on July 22nd
Kensington’s rough and tumble reputation made it the perfect backdrop for Rocky Balboa to rise out of 1970s post-industrial Philadelphia, to become the iconic silver screen legend associated with our…
Ptah Gabrie | 07/20/2016 -
Features in FishtownRESTAURANT REVIEW: Medusa Pizzeria, Sicilian-Style Pies on York St.
According to a recent NY Daily News article, a poll conducted by CiCi’s Pizza states that "the average American will eat at least 6,000 slices of pizza in their lifetime."…
Michael Antonio Castaneda | 07/20/2016 -
Community in North CentralNo Confidence: Temple President Dismissed, Stadium Resistance Remains
Last Tuesday, Temple University’s Board of Trustees submitted a vote of no confidence in President Neil Theobald, sending a shockwave throughout North Philadelphia. Theobald, who refused to resign, will be…
Angela Gervasi | 07/20/2016 -
Features in Northern LibertiesWhat is That?! A Look Inside Girard Theater (625 W Girard Ave.)
Just on the outskirts of Northern Liberties, between 6th and 7th on Girard, is the Fine Fare grocery store. Exciting right? Of course not, well that is until you…
Bob Stewart | 07/20/2016 -
Features in Port Richmond“Wooder Ice Wit’ a Cop” – Riverwards Residents Rally to Show Support for Local Law Enforcement
The recent shootings of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile, followed by the tragic deaths of five Dallas police and transit officers, has polarized America. Unfortunately, the mainstream media is willing…
Ptah Gabrie | 07/18/2016 -
Features in KensingtonEvil Genius Brewing Co. To Host Series Of Pop-Up Events Under the El
Evil Genius Brewing Company (EGBC) has been quietly renovating a building along Front St, right in between Columbia Ave. and Palmer St. for several months. Sadly, co-owner and brewer Luke…
Ptah Gabrie | 07/15/2016