Month: January 2016

If there’s no difference between charter schools and public schools — why do we make a distinction in name? Charters love to say they’re public, but should we believe them?  The answer is an artful [more…]

Look up — Falls of Schuykill library’s weathervane has fins instead of feathers! Up close ‘n personal with East Falls’ catfish cupola, including the question on everyone’s mind:  What’s the deal with fish around here?  A neat quirk [more…]

The year’s first EFCC meeting focused on clearing slates and trying to breathe new life into committees undergoing tensions, challenges, and restructuring. Council also addressed traffic, street repairs and Spring 2016  event planning — plus, a tour through [more…]

As Monica Klimas advocates for reliable school transportation, we brainstorm ways to help a busload of motivated, special-needs kids endure their frustrating weekday commute. [more…]

Honor loved ones and keep McMichael Park beautiful with your Lovelights message. Lovelights are back!  Now in its 17th year, the February tradition at McMichael Park celebrates loves of all kinds — friends, family, even three-legged pets — with [more…]

Safe, clean space to exercise & socialize. Mark your calendar for orientation & sign up Saturday January 9th from 4 pm to 6 pm at Little White Dog. [more…]

1/24 Robbery 3300 Scotts Lane (Click address for map) 1:25AM Two complainants were walking westbound on Scotts Lane from bar when two unknown white males followed them asking them what time it is. Offender #1 (21-25 [more…]

Philly.com has named developer Gary Jonas of How Properties as a Phila developer who listens to neighbors to create plans that jibe with their vision for the community.  Always nice to see good buzz about developers [more…]