East Falls history
Our Year in Review
A look back at the top Local stories of 2018. [more…]
History
East Falls history
EFFF: East Falls’ Frank Furness
Come to the Castle for East Falls Oktoberfest! This historic clubhouse is one of the few remaining buildings by Frank Furness, a gun-toting, spear-stabbing Civil War hero with a flair for mad design. [more…]
Art & Entertainment
Reaching the Beach
Sleeping on Tar Beach was magical. Only eight years old and I can fly. That means I am free to go wherever I want to for the rest of my life [more…]
East Falls history
This Old Barn
A charming piece of East Falls history gets a facelift as we dig into the property’s storied past. [more…]
Germantown history
Class from the Past
Discovering a new school where my old one was. [more…]
Art & Entertainment
Ghosts in the Graveyard?
Insights from a local paranormal investigator at Laurel Hill Cemetery and… beyond… [more…]
East Falls history
Rescue on Ridge
A historic designation for a favorite landmark at Ridge and Midvale! [more…]
East Falls history
HISTORY MATTERS: Ladies First
How women doctors in America — and the world — got their start in East Falls. [more…]
East Falls history
Twenty Years that Changed Philly
With so much historic architecture in NW Philly, it’s easy to take our scenery for granted. Joseph Minardi explains how our city grew into such distinct neighborhoods so worthy of preservation today. Philadelphia has been [more…]
East Falls history
Take a Stand for The Falls
If we’re not careful, we can lose our historic architecture. Joseph Minardi explains how we’re at risk, and steps neighbors can take towards preserving our local charm & character. [more…]