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Beware of Fishtown scammer
The River Wards Crime Watch asks you to be on the lookout for a man posing as a representative of the Fishtown Athletic Club collecting ... Full story
River Ward events for the week of March 6
Keep up with what's going on in your neighborhood with our events guide. ... Full story
The determined DIVAs of Memphis Street Academy
With the help of a local activist, young ladies at Memphis Street Academy Charter School say they have found the success stories within themselves. ... Full story
‘New Kensington Parents’ group fights for schools in 19125
The School Reform Commission will vote March 7 on the potential closure of 29 city schools, including some in the River Wards. It’s just one of the education issues on which the new advocacy group, New Kensington Parents, has set its sights. ... Full story
Adaire School teacher speaks out in support of writing
Fishtown English educator Christina Long says that when next year's district curriculum shifts, students must be prepared to write well. ... Full story
Rizzo PAL girl among ‘Honorary Public Officials’ on PAL Day
Emma Hetrick, a distinguished student of Franklin Towne Charter School and member of Port Richmond's Rizzo PAL, joined Mayor Nutter and other public officials for Lockheed Martin's special Police Athletic League event. ... Full story
Fishtown’s Eric Wilson heads to Hollywood
With hopes of becoming a big-time television producer, Wilson's on his way with a job on a Tinseltown reality show. ... Full story
Port Richmond Books thrives, even if it is 'haunted'
Even with customers going more digital than hardcover lately as far as books are concerned, the former movie theater that is Port Richmond Books is a relic that stands the test of time. ... Full story
Register to receive a free tree from the city
Spring's just around the corner - here's how to get your hands on a free tree to plant in your yard. ... Full story
Appealing your AVI assessment: what to know
Wondering how to go about working with your Actual Value Initiative figure? Here's the information you'll need. ... 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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