East Falls history

After a $70+ million restoration, Alden Park Apartments now recalls its heyday in the 1920’s, when its lush grounds and dramatic vistas were once a playground for the well-to-do. [more…]

Springtime on the Schuylkill in the 19th century could be extremely hazardous because of sudden ice thaws known as freshets. [more…]

Chestnut Hill jewelry shop owner looks back fondly on her days sharing a Bowman St. rowhome with college friends in the 90’s. [more…]

Going old school with one Fallser’s pics and memories from the old neighborhood. Stanton street’s own John Lennox shares some childhood memories in this edition of Fallser Flashbacks – tales from back in the day [more…]

Ever wonder about that bench on Kelly Drive, the one where you can see all East Falls’ bridges at once? [more…]

What’s that soft rosy glow in McMichael Park? Why it’s the Love Lights tree, shining for loved ones, near and far. Friends of McMichael’s Alexis Franklin sheds more light on this 18-year-old East Falls tradition. [more…]

Upper East Falls? Lower? What does that even mean? A look at our history provides a peek at our future. [more…]

FUN FACT: That lifelong Fallser you know probably has at least one nickname that everyone else who grew up here knows him by. Oh, how you’ll tank our insanely local quiz! And wow, the hair in these yearbook pics… [more…]