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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 -
FeaturesWeather Outlook and Forecast – September 30
The threat of rain loomed over us for much of last week but little actually materialized. This week will be different. There are two “blobs” of rain that will threaten…
Accu-Reggie | 09/30/2015 -
CommunityWhile the Pope Was in Philly, the Pilgrims Were in the Riverwards
Pope Francis’ visit to Philadelphia for the World Meeting of Families shook up life as usual in downtown Philadelphia. The biggest headlines from the local news revolved around towing zones,…
Max Pulcini | 09/30/2015 -
Features#PopeInPhilly Day One: Riverwards Recap
Pope Francis has arrived! Here's a collection of Riverwards-centric social media posts, including our own Ptah Gabrie's on-foot pilgrimage, that highlight the Pontiff's first day in Philadelphia. Let us know…
Spirit Staff | 09/26/2015 -
Community in KensingtonInside Greensgrow’s Farm Venue Preview Party
On Friday September 18th, Greensgrow Farms and Birchtree Catering teamed up to put on an event to showcase the talents of local vendors to potential clients in the area. About…
Lindsey Miller | 09/25/2015 -
Crime in Northern LibertiesDelivery Driver Robberies Sweep Northern Liberties and South Kensington
Another victim in a string of robberies in Northern Liberties and South Kensington was attacked on Monday. The robberies began last week and have so far claimed four victims —…
Ptah Gabrie | 09/25/2015 -
FeaturesThe Local Lens: A Guide to Philadelphia Poets
The City of Philadelphia is currently looking for a new Poet Laureate, following the end of current poet laureate Frank Sherlock’s term. Duties of the Poet Laureate include mentoring young…
Thom Nickels | 09/25/2015 -
CommunityWTF Is That? Frankford & Torresdale Industrial Site
This month's “WTF is That?” features buildings slightly out of our normal beat here at The Spirit, but they represent a history that could just as easily fit into the…
Austin Nolen | 09/25/2015 -
FeaturesClean Plate: Pulled Turkey with Cranberry Mustard
There’s nothing better, in my opinion, than the warm days and cool nights that are characteristic of the transition from summer heat-waves to the enjoyable chill that autumn brings. The…
Casey Ann Beck | 09/25/2015 -
A&E in Northern LibertiesMarky Mark Wahlberg Comes to NoLibs to Promote Burger Joint
Marky Mark (or Mark Wahlberg for those of you born after 1994) was in Northern Liberties promoting his family-owned burger joint, Wahlburgers, today. The mega-star and convicted felon was serving…
Max Pulcini | 09/24/2015 -
Features in FishtownUPDATED: Searching for Vegan Food in Fishtown, Kensington, and Beyond
After living in East Passyunk, an area of the city known for its foodie vibes, I was eager to sample the Riverwards’ gastronomic offerings. However, since I gave up animal…
Teagan Kuruna | 09/24/2015 -
A&E in FishtownAnd then there were three! Finalists selected for new Riverwards mural
Calling all neighbors! Please get off your front step and VOTE (or vote from the convenience of your front step) for the next big thing to hit the Fishtown and…
Denise M. Krenski | 09/24/2015