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Wynn unveils plans for potential Fishtown casino and hotel
Las Vegas casino owner Steve Wynn presented his plans yesterday for a $900 million casino and hotel dubbed “Wynn Philadelphia” on the Delaware River waterfront ... Full story
York St. will add security measures following robbery and shooting
After experiencing the pharmacy's second robbery, the manager of York St. Pharmacy in Fishtown plans to ramp up security. ... Full story
Fishtown ball player heads to spring training
He’s putting Fishtown on the map. “My dream is playing in the World Series with Fishtown on my back,” said Fishtown native and Minor League Baseball ... Full story
Video of NoLibs and Fishtown crimes now available
Police have released video of recent neighborhood robberies in hopes the public can help identify the criminals. ... Full story
Blatstein sells NoLibs holdings
Developer Bart Blatstein, whose development projects in Northern Liberties helped transform the neighborhood into a popular residential and commercial destination, has sold 60 percent of ... Full story
A big bunch of brides ready to wed tomorrow in NoLibs
The details of a unique way to wed (and a unique way to spend Valentine's Day yourself tomorrow, if you're so inclined). ... Full story
River Ward events for the week of Feb. 13
This week's meetings, events and community happenings. ... Full story
The eyesore next door
The River Wards, like many parts of Philadelphia, are unfortunately plagued by blighted land and properties. Thankfully, though, those neighborhoods are also full of neighbors working to change things. With this story, Star begins a new series, “The Blight Fight.” ... Full story
Port Richmond rallies for senior housing at Nativity
After weeks of committed community activism, Port Richmond neighbors in support of senior housing at the vacant Nativity B.V.M. School gathered in Campbell Square Saturday to make their voices heard. Elected officials at the rally, though, said there's a long road ahead if, in fact, the project ever actually happens. ... Full story
Fishtown waits on ZBA about Thompson St. housing
Neighbors at last week’s Zoning Board of Adjustments meeting about the proposal for an empty Fishtown lot voiced concerns about ‘overutilization’ of the space, as well as parking. ... Full story
Butkovitz cruises to victory in City Controller's primary election
Unofficial returns from 95 percent of divisions showed that Butkovitz was winning 61 percent of the vote. Brett Mandel was taking 31 percent. Mark Zecca had 8 percent. ... Full story
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