An unexpected diagnosis helps fuel my long struggle for single payer healthcare. We are informed by our experiences. As of this past May, the 5th to be exact, I can add the experience of being diagnosed with breast [more…]

Live theater at Trolley Car Cafe this August 21 & 22nd: Local author (along with Philadelphia Theatre Company) presents a modern murder mystery set in a diner in the 1970’s. BYOB, with 3-course buffet featuring favorites from Trolley [more…]

Beer lovers rejoice! East Falls returns to its brewery roots this fall with Wissahickon Brewing Company opening a new brewery/tasting facility on School House Lane. [more…]

Who is the Pizza Ninja? He lives here, he loves pizza, and he eats it all the time. In a new monthly series, Pizza Ninja puts East Falls’ pizzerias to the test. This week, he breaks [more…]

East Falls feels the loss of a friendly face on Ainslie Street.  When school starts this September, the corner of Cresson and Calumet will be missing a helpful, friendly fixture who’s been watching over East [more…]

Playground, schmayground — day camp at McDevitt provides good times and adventure in our own backyard, and beyond. Camp director (and lifetime local) Rachel Tschanz’s updates us with pics from the first week of fun.  McDevitt offers [more…]

7/31 Theft 4501 Kelly Drive 7PM Unknown person(s) smashed passenger-side window and stole two backpacks and personal items. Value: $50

Whether you’re training for a race or just jogging for funzies, East Falls Flyers welcomes “hashers” of all paces for a new social running group coming together this Summer.  For awhile now, the runners we knew would often [more…]