Melissa Yerkov
How’s her mind?
Linda Ann Weston has a court date related to the Tacony horror-house case. But Weston’s lawyer has doubts about the woman’s competency. ... Full story
O’Neill, Rubin clash at debate
The controversial DROP tops a spirited discussion involving the hopefuls in the 10th Councilmanic District. Also on the agenda: Ethics, pensions and perks. ... Full story
Magic Moment
In a game marred by imperfection, all Tim DiGiorgio had to do was be perfect to ensure Frankford High School’s biggest regular-season football victory in ... Full story
Consumer activist Virginia Knauer dies at 96
The former Torresdale resident rose from the ranks of Philly politics to serve in three presidential administrations. ... Full story
Danger zone
Four Northeast Philly schools are on a federally mandated ‘persistently dangerous’ list, but school administrators say the situation’s not as bad as it looks. ... Full story
Cooling power
Rita’s Water Ice fanatics can now enjoy their favorite sweet treat all year round. ... Full story
A profound experience
For Fox Chase actor David Bardeen, his role in a play about clashing religious ideologies demands a lot of intensity. ... Full story
6th district Council candidates hash it out
Sandra Stewart, the Republican candidate in the 6th Councilmanic District, is a neighborhood volunteer from Tacony who describes herself as an “independent community-based leader.” “I feel ... Full story
Appetizing debates at Meet the Candidates brunch
The Congregations of Shaare Shamayim men’s club held its annual “Meet the Candidates Brunch” on Sunday morning at the synagogue, 9768 Verree Road. Former state Sen. ... Full story
O’Neill goes door to door
City Councilman Brian O’Neill has easily won re-election every four years since narrowly unseating Democrat Melvin Greenberg in 1979, but he faces an aggressive opponent ... Full story
Polish exchange students visit Lincoln High
Some Polish students and their teachers visited Lincoln High School last week. The 24 students are from Torun, Philadelphia’s sister city in Poland, said principal Donald ... Full story
Liddonfield development is still up in the air
The Upper Holmesburg Civic Association wants to know what’s happening at the former Liddonfield Homes public housing site. That is, as soon as something happens. For ... Full story
Ex-CLIP workers are going to jail
Two more former city workers who pleaded guilty to stealing from homes they had been sent to clean were sentenced Friday. One of nine former ... Full story
Pair face drug charges after police make a bust at Burholme house
An investigation into street-corner heroin dealers in North Philadelphia led police to a twin home on a typically peaceful block in Burholme last week. There, ... Full story
Officer accused of theft
A Philadelphia police officer assigned to the Northeast’s 2nd District was arrested Oct. 17 on charges of receiving stolen property, theft, official oppression and obstruction ... Full story
Stalking actress gets ‘Batman’ fan a prison term
A Philadelphia judge last week wrote the final chapter in a long-running serial involving the Northeast’s “Bizarro World” Batman. Common Pleas Court Judge Joan A. Brown ... Full story
So many need help to brighten families’ holiday
The appeals that tug at the heart the most are those from elderly Northeast residents who are living alone, without much hope for a cheerful ... Full story
Teeing is believing
It has been more than a year since Gordon Dunlop’s mother died of kidney cancer, but last week he felt her by his side once ... Full story
Triple threat
Three is the magic number for Little Flower senior Courtney Weidner, who plays varsity soccer, basketball and lacrosse for the Sentinels. ... Full story
A message of hope
"Breast cancer is not a death sentence anymore. People can survive." — Judi Blue, breast cancer survivor ... Full story
Belly Laughs
Ellie Mooney had no idea that portraying an expectant mom could be so tough. ‘Motherhood the Musical’ has provided a funny lesson. ... Full story
‘Mighty Macs’: Oooo, a nice shot bounces off the rim
As far as inspirational stories go, The Mighty Macs is a slam dunk. It’s a good one about a female basketball team that plenty of ... Full story
Mayfair Business Association plans for Thanksgiving parade
The Mayfair Business Association continues to plan for the 35th annual Mayfair-Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade, scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 20, from noon to 3 p.m. The ... Full story
It was a grand finish for winners of big run
Steve Connolly, 41, won the eighth annual Northeast Philly 5-Mile Run and 2-Mile Walk, which took place Oct. 16 at Northeast Philadelphia Airport. Connolly crossed the ... Full story
Happy 70th birthday, St. Hubert!
St. Hubert High School, at Torresdale and Cottman avenues, will celebrate its 70th anniversary with a couple of events next week. The school will host a ... Full story
Happy — and SAFE — Halloween!
Welcome to Kids Stuff. For many young children, when they notice the leaves are turning pretty fall colors and the days are becoming shorter, and ... Full story
Pets of the Week (October 27, 2011)
Tricks are for Thor Thor is a young pit bull mix who is residing at Philadelphia’s Animal Care and Control, 111 W. Hunting Park Ave., after ... Full story
Calendar (October 27, 2011)
Friday, Oct. 28 EVENTS American Red Cross Blood Drive Holy Family University, Campus Center, 9801 Frankford Ave. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1-800-RED CROSS. Arts and Crafts Max ... Full story
Calendar continued (October 27, 2011)
Wednesday, Nov. 2 EVENTS Adult Irish Ceili Dancing American Legion hall, 301 E. Godfrey Ave. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215-725-8055. Aerobics St. Bernard Senior Adult Program, 7340 ... Full story
Religious Events (October 27, 2011)
All Saints Episcopal Church, Rhawnhurst, 1811 Loney St. Handicrafters meet Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Harmonie Singing Society meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist services ... Full story
Reunions (October 27, 2011)
HIGH SCHOOLS Cardinal Dougherty • Class of ’86. Twenty-fifth reunion (cocktail party) will be held on Nov. 4 at the Waterfall Room, 2791 Southampton Road. Tickets must ... Full story
Trips (October 27, 2011)
MATERNITY BVM SENIORS AND MAKIN’ MEMORIES WITH CAYE Oct. 31. Honky Tonk Halloween at Royal Manor. $81, includes bus, party, live entertainment and all-you-can-eat feast. ... Full story
Casino Trips (October 27, 2011)
Fox Chase Travel Club & Bensalem Senior Citizens’ Association Oct. 28. Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. $35, includes bus, $32 slot play (With valid government-issued ... Full story
They’re building on hope
Cancer Treatment Centers of America highlighted construction of an addition with a steel beam carrying meaningful messages. ... Full story
‘It doesn’t conform with the neighborhood’
As residents continue to resist proposed plans for a methadone clinic in Holmesburg, two local politicians are attempting to give the community a stronger voice. ... Full story
Dungeon of horrors
Authorities probe the discovery of four humans living in filthy conditions in a Tacony apartment. ... Full story
Strange brew
‘Bye Bye Liver’ touts itself as a ‘drinking play.’ It has sketches, songs and interactive games, but does the audience get too looped to know if they’re having fun? ... Full story
It’s not easy to root for the ‘Machine Gun Preacher’
At one point during Machine Gun Preacher, Sam Childers shows pictures of mutilated, orphaned children in Africa to a banker friend he’s hitting up for ... Full story
Four decades later, a hero is honored
Police Lt. Edward C. Dohrmann suffered a fatal heart attack in 1969 after responding to a car accident in Holmesburg. Last week, a plaque dedication paid tribute to his service. ... Full story
Schmidt: If elected commissioner, I’ll take a pay cut
Al Schmidt, a Republican candidate for city elections commissioner, has pledged to take a pay cut and refuse a taxpayer-funded vehicle and gasoline. Schmidt is in ... Full story
A political day in the neighborhood
Bill Rubin, the Democratic candidate in the 10th Councilmanic District, enjoys campaigning door-to-door in the various neighborhoods of the district. “You get to talk to actual ... Full story
Save the Music Foundation donates $30K to Stearne Elementary
Thirty grand buys a lot of music. That money recently was awarded to the Stearne Elementary School in Frankford by the VH1 Save the Music Foundation. ... Full story
Local home hospice owner charged with insurance fraud
The U.S. Attorney’s Office on Oct. 12 announced the indictment of the owner of a Northeast-based home hospice care provider on charges that he defrauded ... Full story
Former CLIP employees will repay victims more than $100K
Nine former city workers who ransacked several homes got the bill for their crimes last week. The men, all former employees of the Community Life ... Full story
Oxford Circle man amputates own arm
An Oxford Circle man with a history of mental illness, according to police, used an electric saw to amputate his own arm at his home ... Full story
Thanks to thieves, coin collector has an unlucky day
Thieves who broke into a vehicle on Cottman Avenue Sunday morning lifted a lot more than loose change. Coins they got, but they were collectables ... Full story
Northeast man arrested in fatal hit-and-run
Police were suspicious of Angel Roque’s story early in their investigation of a hit-and-run crash on Sept. 29 that took the life of a Wissinoming ... Full story
Have you seen Northeast’s most wanted?
The Philadelphia Police Department’s Northeast Detectives Division is seeking the public’s help in locating the following most-wanted suspects in connection with crimes in the Northeast: • ... Full story
Pennypack car accident claims second victim
A second elderly woman has died as a result of a violent one-vehicle crash in Pennypack Park on Oct. 10. The Philadelphia Medical Examiner’s Office has ... Full story
Guilty plea in death of officer
William Foster is sentenced to 19 to 40 years in prison for the third-degree murder of Sgt. Timothy Simpson. ... Full story
Crime Log
The Northeast Times provides an overview of crimes reported to the four police districts in the Northeast. The details are based on reports of the Philadelphia Police Department. ... Full story
Butkovitz pays visit to Holmesburg Civic meeting
City Controller Alan Butkovitz last week visited the Holmesburg Civic Association to discuss two of his recently released reports. Earlier this month, he found deficiencies in ... Full story
Building projects get E. Torresdale’s attention
The East Torresdale Civic Association wants to keep a close eye on several anticipated construction projects in the neighborhood. During the civic group’s monthly general meeting ... Full story
Politicians to dog doo, Burholme has busy meeting
The Burholme Community Town Watch and Civic Association last week welcomed a 2nd Police District official and the two candidates vying in the 10th Councilmanic ... Full story
Bustleton Civic to discuss zoning
Members of the Greater Bustleton Civic League will talk about zoning code changes, hear from three City Council candidates and discuss their organization’s bylaws during ... Full story
Rise of the Raiders
"I think our goal has been to make a statement each week, that we aren’t the old Ryan anymore. I think we did that." —Ryan QB Mike Anusky ... Full story
Soaring with the Eagles
George Washington striker Wilo Mimbar has netted 22 goals this season, helping the undefeated Eagles claim first place in the Public League A Division. ... Full story
Getting their kicks
It has been a roller-coaster season for the St. Hubert soccer squad, but regardless of the scoreboard, the Bambies are staying strong. ... Full story
Testing their limits
Ian Wanjek is a high school junior who is looking forward to an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy. The 16-year-old is preparing for the application ... Full story
‘Footloose’: Sorry, but remake has two left feet
I have long thought that the music was the best part of 1984’s Footloose. Who can forget Kenny Loggins’ toe-tapping, finger-snapping title-track hit song and ... Full story
‘Idol’ has been good to Guarini
After the first season of American Idol, Doylestown native Justin Guarini became a winner — in more ways than one. Coming in second behind Kelly Clarkson, ... Full story
HistoryFaire is this Saturday
The Northeast Philadelphia History Network will present the third annual Northeast Philadelphia HistoryFaire on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Campus Center ... Full story
Party for anti-bullying CD
The public is invited to the free release party for the compact disc All About Bullies . . . Big and Small. The event will take ... Full story
Pets of the Week (October 20, 2011)
Rabbit needs a home This attractive female English Spot/Lionhead rabbit mix is in need of a home. The rabbit is available for adoption at the Women’s Humane ... Full story
Calendar (October 20, 2011)
Friday, Oct. 21 EVENTS American Red Cross Blood Drive Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Mansion House, 10800 Knights Road. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1-800-RED CROSS. Arts and ... Full story
Calendar continued (October 20, 2011)
Wednesday, Oct. 26 EVENTS Adult Irish Ceili Dancing American Legion hall, 301 E. Godfrey Ave. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215-725-8055. Aerobics St. Bernard Senior Adult Program, 7340 ... Full story
Religious Events (October 20, 2011)
All Saints Episcopal Church, Rhawnhurst, 1811 Loney St. Handicrafters meet Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Harmonie Singing Society meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist services ... Full story
Reunions (October 20, 2011)
HIGH SCHOOLS Cardinal Dougherty • Class of ’86. Twenty-fifth reunion (cocktail party) will be held on Nov. 4 at the Waterfall Room, 2791 Southampton Road. Tickets must ... Full story
Trips (October 20, 2011)
GIBBONS ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Oct. 22. New York. Package includes transportation, free time, either “Anything Goes” or “Sister Act” and dinner in New York. 215-722-4497, 215-722-8825. WOMEN’S ... Full story
Casino Trips (October 20, 2011)
Mater Dolorosa Oct. 23. Bally’s. $30, includes bus and $25 slot play. Leave Paul and Ruan streets at noon. Inf.: 215-535-2740. St. William’s Senior Citizens Oct. ... Full story
Power of Prayer
An Episcopal church in Bustleton celebrates a key anniversary, thanks to generations of devoted congregants. ... Full story
Nationwide talents
Players on the Holy Family volleyball team represent a number of hometowns. They’ve journeyed far and wide to be part of the Tigers’ winning program. ... Full story
Bustleton man bought baby for $15,000, police say
John Gavaghan and mother-of-three Bridget Wismer have been accused in the transaction, which allegedly took place at a Delaware racetrack. ... Full story
Not a bad guy
At the Rosenbach, a festival shows that Dracula was so much more than a fellow whose personality downright sucked. ... Full story
High hopes from LoJack
Your loved one disappears from home. No need to panic if he’s wearing a LoJack bracelet. ... Full story
CORA’s success
CORA Services, the Roman Catholic social-services agency on Verree Road in Fox Chase, will be 40 years old in November. In its four decades, CORA ... Full story
Making the healthy choice
Local doctors have recommended building a new primary-care facility in the Northeast to treat uninsured city residents or people with Medicaid. ... Full story
Tasty Traditions
Dietz & Watson has remained a Philadelphia company for more than 70 years and, perhaps more importantly, a family business. ... Full story
Woman killed in Krewstown Road crash
An elderly woman died and another was critically injured Monday in a single-vehicle crash on a winding stretch of Krewstown Road in Pennypack Park. The accident ... Full story
Boyle brothers endorse O’Brien for Council slot
State Reps. Brendan Boyle and Kevin Boyle, both Democrats, last week endorsed Republican Dennis O’Brien for an at-large City Council seat. The announcement came at Poquessing ... Full story
Scam suspect pulls a slow one
Accused of swindling an 81-year-old man, Sandra Anderson has had her hearing postponed nine times in 15 months. Last week she showed up late. Her lawyer didn’t show at all. ... Full story
Kmart burglar sought
Philadelphia police are trying to identify a sneaky burglar who slipped into a Northwood Kmart store during normal business hours and hid until after closing ... Full story
Hearing is cut short in police assault case
Joshua Taylor is on trial for attempted murder and assault of a police officer after allegedly pulling a gun on an off-duty officer last April. ... Full story
Van crashes into Somerton Walgreens
Two people were hospitalized after a van smashed into the doorway of a Somerton Walgreens store on Sunday. The crash occurred just before 11:30 a.m. on ... Full story
Fund-raiser run at Northeast Airport
The eighth annual Northeast Philly 5-Mile Run and 2-Mile Walk is set for Sunday at Northeast Philadelphia Airport. Participants can arrive at the airport entrance at ... Full story
Burglaries are on the rise in the 7th Police District
A lot happened in the 7th Police District over the summer, according to Capt. Joseph Zaffino. Unfortunately, burglaries have probably been the most frequent occurrence. Like ... Full story
Armed robberies are declining in 15th district
Robberies with guns have dropped 13 percent in the 15th Police District, Capt. Frank Bachmayer told members of the 15th Police District Advisory Council during ... Full story
Perzel’s former chief of staff pleads guilty
Brian J. Preski, a Bustleton resident and onetime chief of staff to former Pennsylvania House Speaker John Perzel, pleaded guilty last week during his trial ... Full story
Frankford High seeks volunteer mentors
One hour a week. Stephen Stevens Jr. and Kathryn DiMola are looking for men and women who can spare that hour to give a little guidance ... Full story
Rotary Club of NE Sunrisers seeks computer donations
The Rotary Club of Northeast Sunrisers is inviting the public to donate used desktop computers and other electronics this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 ... Full story
Thanksgiving Parade slated for Nov. 20
The 35th Mayfair-Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade, sponsored by the Mayfair Business Association, is set for Sunday, Nov. 20, from noon to 3 p.m. The rain date is ... Full story
Mayfair playground will reopen
The Mayfair Business Association recently gathered at the Grey Lodge Pub to discuss several upcoming neighborhood happenings. Members of the Friends of Mayfair Memorial Playground are ... Full story
Frankford residents brainstorm ideas for local mural project
Some Frankford residents got the opportunity last week to share their ideas for a series of murals that will start to decorate the neighborhood’s business ... Full story
Tacony CDC is ready to revitalize Torresdale Ave.
Neighborhood residents, merchants and property owners are invited to attend an upcoming meeting of the Tacony Community Development Corporation, which is planning a long-term revitalization ... Full story
Local residents really bloom in Citywide Garden Contest
More than two dozen Northeast residents were among the winners of this year’s Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s Citywide Garden Contest. Announced last month at the PHS Fall ... Full story
Hurricane Irene victims could get tax aid from IRS
Victims of Hurricane Irene that began on Aug. 26 in parts of Pennsylvania may qualify for tax relief from the Internal Revenue Service. Philadelphia was among ... Full story
Leader of the pack
“Kevin is a great leader… we rely on him. We let him move and everybody else kind of follows. He’s our team captain. He’s ranked in the top of his class. He’s a great example of a student athlete.” — Father Judge coach John Dunlop, referring to Kevin Pohl. ... Full story
Northeast Philadelphia Football Wrap
Philadelphia Public League Abraham Lincoln, 33; Thomas Edison, 0: Lincoln’s football team dominated Thomas Edison on Thursday afternoon. Senior Marty McFarland had a remarkable performance, rushing for ... Full story
‘Real Steel’: Good flick for boys’ night out
Going into Real Steel, I expected a movie that 8-to-12-year-old boys would love; everyone else — not so much. Director Shawn Levy’s prior credits (including ... Full story
Actor covets the chance to play Barrymore
He says he comes by his interest in performing quite naturally since his mother was an opera singer. “Only my choice was to become an actor,” ... Full story
Pets of the Week
Make a move for Miggio Miggio is a 4-year-old female cat who needs a new home because her family moved. The cat is spayed, declawed on her ... Full story
Calendar (October 13, 2011)
Friday, Oct. 14 EVENTS American Red Cross Blood Drive American Heritage Federal Credit Union, 2060 Red Lion Road. The ASCU bus will collect whole blood donations. 9 ... Full story
Calendar continued (October 13, 2011)
Wednesday, Oct. 19 EVENTS Adult Irish Ceili Dancing American Legion hall, 301 E. Godfrey Ave. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215-725-8055. Aerobics St. Bernard Senior Adult Program, 7340 ... Full story
Religious Events (October 13, 2011)
All Saints Episcopal Church, Rhawnhurst, 1811 Loney St. Handicrafters meet Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Harmonie Singing Society meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist services ... Full story
Reunions (October 13, 2011)
HIGH SCHOOLS Cardinal Dougherty • Class of ’86. Twenty-fifth reunion (cocktail party) will be held on Nov. 4 at the Waterfall Room, 2791 Southampton Road. Tickets must ... Full story
Trips (October 13, 2011)
FOX CHASE TRAVEL CLUB AND BENSALEM SENIOR CENTER April 24 to May 2, 2012. Branson, Mo. $999 per person, double occupancy. Package includes accommodations in ... Full story
Casino Trips (October 13, 2011)
St. Bede’s Young at Heart Club Oct. 18. Mohegan Sun. $42, includes $27 slot play, Broadway Cabaret and buffet. Departure inf.: 215-598-3227. Seniors on the Go ... Full story
Bright Idea
The harsh sun and desert weather can be a tough enemy for our soldiers in Iraq. Which got Gina Becker thinking about sunblock. ... Full story
Feeling that tacony pride
It was the 20th anniversary of the Tacony History Day celebration on Sept. 17, and the traditional parade along Torresdale Avenue was complemented by community ... Full story
A community effort
The district attorney’s efforts to bring justice closer to home is getting good reviews, for now. ... Full story
‘I always knew Lacey would make a difference in this world’
It has been more than four years since Lacey Gallagher died in an automobile accident. “Lacey’s Law” was recently passed to promote teenage driving safety. ... Full story
Indelible Memories
With the help of a teenage friend, a Holocaust survivor finds there are enough recollections of a difficult life to fill a book. ... Full story
His words are pouring out
Glenn Segal’s an optician by day, but his spare time is focused on tapping out pages of science-fiction prose. ... Full story
One big anniversary, two big nights
For two decades, the radio show ‘World Cafe’ has maintained the beat for music lovers. Later this month, an impressive lineup of artists will perform during a big anniversary bash. ... Full story
It’s a beautiful day
The Somerton Civic Association’s inaugural Community Day was held recently at the Fellowship Bible Church in Somerton. ... Full story
Cut for the Cure is scheduled for Sunday
The 12th annual Cut for the Cure will take place Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at New Image Hair Salon, at 2522 Welsh ... Full story
Times photog earns honors
Northeast Times staff photographer Jenny Swigoda placed first in the National Press Photographers Association’s August Multimedia Contest for her audio slideshow that accompanied an in-depth ... Full story
Lawncrest mourns loss of community activist
Kenneth A. “Ken” Hyers, the longtime president of Lawncrest Town Watch, died last Friday at age 57. Hyers also had been a 35th Ward Republican committeeman, ... Full story
Northeast Hall of Famer George Ballard dies at 92
George Edward “Butch” Ballard, a legendary jazz drummer from Frankford and 2010 inductee into the Northeast Philadelphia Hall of Fame, died Saturday. Ballard was 92 and ... Full story
Millbrook Civic is hoping to revive an area Town Watch
Rowdy youths, drug dealing and vandalism are problems that plague city neighborhoods. They’re hardly new anywhere. But street-corner drug dealing has been on the rise in ... Full story
New zoning regulations top Frankford Civic meeting
A proposal to change the city’s zoning code might provide a check to what members of the Frankford Civic Association have called a proliferation of ... Full story
Local Friends clean up Pennypack
Employees of Vanguard Corp. teamed with 20 volunteers from the Friends of Pennypack Park and the city’s Department of Parks and Recreation to clean up ... Full story
Beware of deer, Pa. Gaming Commission warns drivers
Northeast motorists should be on the lookout for whitetail deer and drive with extra caution at night. The deer are looking for love, not autos. ... Full story
Still no agreement with Maggie’s in E. Torresdale
“I’m still trying to work with the community, but it seems like they won’t let go of some of the problems from the past,” the owner says. ... Full story
Somerton kicks in support for martial-arts studio
The Somerton Civic Association on Sept. 13 gave nearly unanimous approval for the legalization of a commercial martial arts studio in a light industrial property ... Full story
Golf fund-raiser will benefit autism school
The Autistic Endeavors Learning Center will hold a golf outing on Monday, Oct. 17, at the Torresdale-Frankford Country Club, 3801 Grant Ave. Registration and lunch begin ... Full story
Police probe hit-and-run death
A man has been questioned by police but no arrests have been made in a fatal hit-and-run that claimed the life of a Torresdale woman ... Full story
Frankford shooting wounds man
Police are investigating a Sept. 26 shooting in Frankford that left a 27-year-old man with a stomach wound. The victim, whose identity was not released, arrived ... Full story
9-year-old’s joyride ends in crash
A 9-year-old boy critically injured himself on Sunday when he took his parents’ car for a joyride and crashed it on busy Roosevelt Boulevard. The boy’s ... Full story
Man’s body dumped in Tacony
Authorities have not determined the official cause of death of a man whose body was dumped along the 6400 block of Cottage St. on Sept. ... Full story
Holmesburg woman shot in attempted carjacking
A Holmesburg woman is expected to recover from a gunshot wound she suffered when a man tried to carjack her on Friday morning, police said. The ... Full story
Helpers needed for weatherization day
New project director Shirley Reses has presided over her first meeting of the Rhawnhurst Naturally Occurring Retirement Community and put out a call for volunteers ... Full story
Brown: Mayor, c’mon to the meeting!
A mayoral town-hall meeting will take place at 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, at Ironworkers Local 401’s Bridgemen’s Hall, 11600 Norcom Road. Republican Karen Brown will ... Full story
Good news about Holme Ave. bridge
The monthly meeting of the Holme Circle Civic Association featured some really good news and some not-so-good news. Thousands of long-suffering motorists should be able to ... Full story
Normandy Civic recaps summer happenings during meeting
Things happened during the summer, the Normandy Civic Association’s president, John Wisniewski, told members Sept. 20 during their first meeting in several months. There were ... Full story
The Crime log
The Northeast Times provides an overview of crimes reported to the four police districts in the Northeast. The details are based on reports compiled by the Northeast Detectives division of the Philadelphia Police Department. ... Full story
A day to remember
Abraham Lincoln senior Marty McFarland scored three touchdowns and grabbed an interception on Friday afternoon — by far his best performance of the season. ... Full story
Rising to the top
While playing for Manor College last year, Brittany Palmer and her team did not win one game. Now she’s enjoying that winning feeling at Penn State Abington. ... Full story
Military Matters
Air Force Lt. Col. Brian P. McLaughlin has been selected for promotion to the rank of colonel in the U.S. Air Force. McLaughlin, a command and ... Full story
Flyers are grounded, but wait ’til 2012!
Welcome to Kids Stuff. Today’s column includes a brief recap of all the major changes that have transpired with our NHL team, the Philadelphia Flyers. While ... Full story
Snuggle with Toph
Toph is a young social black and white girl that was adopted with her brother Aang (solid gray short hair) as kittens; but sadly they ... Full story
Terrance needs a new home
Terrance (A13822974) is a 1-2 year old lovable, terrier/pit mix that weighs approximately 38 pounds. Terrance passed tests for all types of aggression and gets ... Full story
Calendar (October 6, 2011)
Friday, Oct. 7 EVENTS American Red Cross Blood Drive Eastern Regional Medical Center Cancer Treatment Centers of America, 1331 E. Wyoming Ave., conference rooms B2, C1 and ... Full story
Calendar continued (October 6, 2011)
Wednesday, Oct. 12 EVENTS Adult Irish Ceili Dancing American Legion hall, 301 E. Godfrey Ave. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215-725-8055. Aerobics St. Bernard Senior Adult Program, 7340 ... Full story
Religious Events (October 6, 2011)
All Saints Episcopal Church, Rhawnhurst, 1811 Loney St. Handicrafters meet Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Harmonie Singing Society meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist services ... Full story
Reunions (October 6, 2011)
HIGH SCHOOLS Cardinal Dougherty • Class of ’86. Twenty-fifth reunion (cocktail party) will be held on Nov. 4 at the Waterfall Room, 2791 Southampton Road. Tickets must ... Full story
Trips (October 6, 2011)
SISTERHOOD OF TEMPLE MENORAH KENESETH CHAI Oct. 9. National Museum of American Jewish History. $25, includes admission and transportation. Lunch on your own. 267-481-0493, 215-969-5346. RESURRECTION ... Full story
Casino Trips (October 6, 2011)
Golden Friends Oct. 11. Delaware Park. $50, includes $30 slot play and buffet. Bring a photo ID. Departure inf.: 215-335-2287. Fight for Sight League of Northeast ... Full story