Neighborhood councils
East Falls Forward: Coming Around Again
Another year, another reboot. Say hello to the new East Falls Forward [more…]
Month: January 2016
Schools and kids
Charters Say They’re Public Schools. Are They?
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…]
East Falls history
Fishy History: Closeup with Our Catfish Cupola
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…]
Neighborhood councils
EFCC JANUARY RECAP — with fresh “New Year” scent!
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…]
Schools and kids
SEEING RED: Local Optician Takes School District to Task in Philly News, Fox 29
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…]
Businesses and organizations
Let Your Lovelight Shine at McMichael
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…]
Businesses and organizations
Pop-Up Indoor Dog Park for East Falls this Winter
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…]
East Falls crime report
January 2016
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…]
Development
Good News for Redeemer’s Renovations
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…]
Experts
It Could Happen Here: PUBLIC -v- CHARTER
**UPDATE: WISTER WINS!!** Philadelphia’s School District announced last week that Wister Elementary will remain public** Wister’s been granted a reprieve. District Superintendents met with staff at dismissal to give us the good news. Is it [more…]