Profiles
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History in Northern LibertiesKNOW YOUR HISTORY: Happy Birthday, Edgar Allan Poe – January 19, 1809
Today is the birthday of one of the most talented, most troubled and most enigmatic American writers of the 19th century: Edgar Allan Poe. Because Poe lived in Philadelphia…
Thomas Beck | 01/19/2017 -
NewsState Rep. O’Brien Named Democratic Chairman of Urban Affairs Committee
State Rep. Mike O’Brien, D-Phila., will serve as Democratic chairman of the House Urban Affairs Committee for the 2017-18 legislative session. He is the first chairman from the 175th…
Spirit Staff | 01/12/2017 -
A&EBongo Billy: The King of Random Music and His 50-Year Reign
“Follow your inner moonlight; don't hide the madness.” - Allen Ginsburg It’s 11:30PM on a Monday. A man in sunglasses and a full white beard approaches the stage of…
spiritadmin | 01/12/2017 -
A&E in KensingtonARTIST PROFILE: Emily R. White, Painter, Sculptor, Watercolorist, Muralist, and More
The ceilings soar above old lamps and tables, a crackled mirror, a 1950s fan. Work gloves, a tortoiseshell and a jumble of glass doorknobs line the mantelpiece. Carved wood…
Jacquie Mahon | 01/06/2017 -
A&E in Port RichmondPort Richmond Resident’s Book Now Available
Port Richmond resident Kevin J. Wilson is a self-proclaimed "regular guy," and he wants people to know that. More importantly, he wants to inspire others and help those who…
Thomas Beck | 12/19/2016 -
Features in North CentralPower From the Pews: Shiloh Apostolic Temple
As one approaches Shiloh Apostolic Temple, the white wrought-iron gate swings softly in the wind. Shadows of leaves from the tree sprout out of the sidewalk in front. The…
Jordyn Cordner | 12/14/2016 -
Politics in FishtownWhere’s My Ballot? Fishtown Woman Makes Sure Her Vote is Cast On Election Day
Frances Borman, 71, has lived in Fishtown for more than 30 years. She has six children, fifteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Her father once owned a pet shop at…
Andrew Mark Corkery | 11/16/2016 -
ProfilesRemembering Rob Fritz
Robert R. Fritz, age 56, formerly of Fort Washington, PA, died suddenly Monday, October 31, 2016 at his home in Philadelphia. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he is the son…
Spirit Staff | 11/09/2016 -
Features in KensingtonSaluting Sandy: A Look Back at the NKCDC Executive Director’s Illustrious Career
The flying pig and the fish mobile no longer hang over Sandy Salzman’s desk, to the dismay of her colleagues. It had seemed sensible, as her 21 years at…
Jacquie Mahon | 11/09/2016 -
Features in BridesburgJoe Hohenstein Q&A: A New Candidate is Stepping Up to Challenge for the the 177th Legislative District
Joe Hohenstein is a neighborhood guy. He went to Masterman and graduated from Frankford High in 1985. He’s lived in Frankford for 40 years, has raised a family and…
Ptah Gabrie | 11/03/2016 -
A&E in North CentralRajendra Ramoon Maharaj Named as Artistic Director at New Freedom Theatre
Ensuing excitement is surrounding the performing arts community as New Freedom Theatre (1346 N Broad St) has announced that Rajendra Ramoon Maharaj will be taking on the permanent role of…
James Rennie | 11/03/2016 -
A&E in KensingtonGetting To Know S. Douglas Matlaga, Founder of Green Hill Art Services
It is an unassuming Kensington entryway with the building number spray-painted across a blue metal door. But it opens to the sweet smell of lumber and a vast expanse…
Jacquie Mahon | 10/26/2016