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River Ward events for the week of April 17
Keep up with what's going on in your neighborhood with our "Around the Neighborhoods" guide. ... Full story
Fire Capt. Mike Goodwin remembered as 'a modern-day good shepherd'
Hundreds of firefighters from throughout the tri-state region and across the nation joined Goodwin's relatives and friends, along with Mayor Michael Nutter and many other city officials, at the Kensington church to celebrate the life of the man known for his unwavering dedication to family, the fire department and God. ... Full story
Remembering Fire Captain Michael Goodwin
Hundreds of motorcyclists rode an honor ride in remembrance of Capt. Michael Goodwin on Tuesday night from Port Richmond to South Philly. ... Full story
Fishtown gives Wynn the thumbs-up
At a Fishtown Neighbors Association-sponsored community meeting Monday night, neighbors came out to show their approval for the Wynn Philadelphia proposal on the Delaware River ... Full story
The River Wards: Then and Now, Old and New
How newcomers and lifelong residents, young and old, see life in Northern Liberties, Fishtown, Port Richmond and Bridesburg. ... Full story
River Wards: Then and Now, Old and New: A lifelong Fishtown resident
Jerry McGonigle, who lives in the Marie Lederer Senior Center. ... Full story
River Wards: Then and Now, Old and New: New to Fishtown
Sean Gibbons, who lives on E. Montgomery Ave. ... Full story
River Wards: Then and Now, Old and New: A lifelong Northern Liberties resident
Barbara Geiger, who lives on N. Randolph St. ... Full story
River Wards: Then and Now, Old and New: New to Northern Liberties
Aimee Viggiani, who lives at 2nd and Brown streets. ... Full story
River Wards: Then and Now, Old and New: A lifelong Bridesburg resident
Teresa Pyott, who lives on Edgemont Street. ... Full story
Schwartz discusses decision to run for governor
U.S. Rep. Allyson Schwartz said Monday she decided to enter the governor’s race, even though history is not on her side, because she thinks Gov. ... Full story
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