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A Brewerytown block will be renamed after Welcome America festival creator
Philadelphia is renaming a street in Brewerytown after the late Lana Felton-Ghee, who was a city community leader, political activist and event host. On Thursday, the city council unanimously approved a resolution to designate the 2900 block of Girard Avenue as Lana Felton-Ghee Way. Among other achievements, Felton-Ghee worked behind the scenes on campaigns for politicians and spearheaded events including the Welcome America festival and the city's 1776 bicentennial celebration.
Defense attorneys for former Philly cop who shot and killed Eddie Irizarry ask to relocate murder trial to another county
Former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial, charged with first-degree murder in the death of Eddie Irizarry last August, was in court Thursday morning. Defense attorneys want to relocate the trial to another county.
Gazzos Steaks Opens First Shop in Pottstown to Huge Crowds
Gazzos Steaks owners Joe Lewis and Mike Lamson in their new Pottstown shop. Gazzos Steaks, which built its reputation from a signature food truck and online followers, opened its first shop Saturday on South Hannover Street in Pottstown, writes Evan Brandt for The Pottstown Mercury. The grand opening had more...
New stores coming to Cherry Hill Mall, owner says
"We are thrilled to welcome these exceptional new brands to Cherry Hill Mall, reflecting our commitment to providing the highest quality shopping experience," said Vince Vizza, the first vice president of leasing at PREIT.
Million-dollar lottery ticket sold at Montco Wawa
DOUGLASS TWP., Pa. - A Montgomery County Wawa sold a $1 million winning scratch-off lottery ticket. The winning Million Dollar Multiplier Madness ticket was sold at the Wawa located in the 1000 block of Grosser Road, Douglass Township. Lottery officials say the store will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling...
Philadelphia is cracking down on illegal street mechanics: 'It's a safety issue'
"It's a safety issue," said Philadelphia Police Staff Inspector Michael O'Donnell. "These aren't, that we know, of qualified mechanics. They don't have a licenses or business licenses."
Mental health and addiction recovery specialists honored at Drug Addiction Resource Alliance forum Tuesday
Two regional mental health and addiction treatment professionals were honored as heroes by Magisterial District Judge Andrea Duffy Tuesday night at the 15th annual “Drug Addiction Resource Alliance (DARA) forum at Lansdale YMCA. Hope Stein, CEO of Renew Family Services in Elkins Park, and Lyn Truszkowski, regional director of...
Philly councilmember concerned about affordable housing project not being included in city budget
Philadelphia Chief Deputy Mayor Aren Platt confirms that money for the University City Townhomes project is not included in the 2025 budget at the present time, but that doesn't mean it won't be.
Get ready, the South 9th Street Italian Market Festival is this weekend
Grease poles, cannolis, drinks in pineapples, Italian music, and a seven-block-long party can only mean one thing in Philadelphia and that’s because the annual South 9th Street Italian Market Festival is this weekend! This Saturday, May 18, and Sunday, May 19, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the South 9th Street Italian Market Festival will […]
North Philadelphia funeral home plans to rebuild after fire, keep family business going
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A nearly century-old funeral home in North Philadelphia was ravaged by a fire early Wednesday morning. Pennick Funeral Home, a beloved establishment on Montgomery Avenue in Brewerytown since 1928, now stands as a charred reminder of its long history in the community. "It's been really important for us to keep the business going. I'm the third generation of women and we're coming up on 100 years," supervisor Shelli Pennick said.Shelli Pennick took over the family business started by her grandmother.Pennick said her 87-year-old mother and 16-year-old nephew were home when the fire broke out around 1:30 a.m.Flames erupted from...
Cornerstone Kensington pharmacy set to close
There’s another drug crisis brewing in Kensington. This time, it is about legal drugs. Lifesaving drugs. Drugs for all the good people of the community. Friendly Pharmacy is slated to close its doors permanently at the end of the month. After 28 years on Front Street, the Kensington staple...
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