In the midst of the southern border crisis, the Pennsylvania Senate took action by passing Senate Resolution 251, calling for the Pennsylvania National Guard to be deployed to Texas to help secure the border. One would think that securing our border and protecting Pennsylvanians from human trafficking, crime and fentanyl...

It has been billed as a win-win for everyone. The city of Philadelphia gets a new arena. The 76ers get a new home. Taxpayers get a new revenue source. What the developers of 76 Place fails to account for was the neighborhoods that would forever be impacted by the new arena complex. Last week the Save Chinatown Coalition brought together a group of independent city planners, real estate developers and economic development experts to explain just how the promises made by the developers of 76 Place need to be taken with a large dose of skepticism.

As Wrestlemania 40 fever takes over South Philadelphia this weekend, Lincoln Financial Field isn’t the only place to enjoy a celebration of all things wrestling. You can still find professional live wrestling, photo opportunities, memorabilia and special guests in a different part of South Philly. Suplex Vintage Wrestling will...

Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington’s Tent Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S. 3rd St. Through Jan. 5, 2025. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. AmRevMuseum.org or 215-253-6731. All tickets valid for two consecutive days. Children 5 and under free. April 4. Steakhouse Meets Pasta – at...

Mayor Cherelle Parker signed an executive order recommitting Philadelphia to the goal of reaching zero traffic deaths at a reception on the eve of Vision Zero PHL 2024, the program’s annual conference. “Every Philadelphian deserves to be able to navigate the city – whether that be by foot, public...

For Lauren Swartz, work, family and community all seemed to line up perfectly in the perfect landing spot. The current president and CEO of World Affairs Council of Philadelphia made South Philly her home in 2008. And with a job that is dedicated to educating and connecting Philadelphians with influential figures around the globe, what better place to live than a melting pot filled with heritage and strong community values?

It is a matter of pure mathematics. Nothing else enters into it. In their hearts, Eagles fans would love to see Haason Reddick play out the rest of his career in Philadelphia just a few miles from where his athletic journey began. The Haddon Heights graduate from just across the Delaware, the Temple University star from just off the north end of Broad Street could have ended his NFL career like a Jason Kelce or Fletcher Cox.

Princess Petunia is about 5 years old and 48 pounds and in foster care with Delco Dawgs. She is very attached to the humans in the house and follows them everywhere. She gets along with all the other pups in the house and the cat. She loves to be pet and snuggled. She is generally submissive and rolls over quickly for belly rubs. She is being trained to not jump up when she wants attention. She walks great on a leash. She knows to “come” when called. She’s also good without a leash outside. She loves chew toys and enjoys the backyard and will lay out in the sun. She did well playing with a child, but needed some help dialing herself down when the running around had her in high gear. She is being crate-trained to work on housetraining and doing very well. If interested, email delcodawgs@yahoo.com for an application. ••

More than three dozen students from Universal Vare STEM & Arts Academy Charter School in South Philly were lauded for their hard work in completing a 10-week course at the Urban Youth Racing Build a Dream Program. About 40 students took part in the program, which is designed to teach...

Regarding your Jan. 3 op-ed, Save the meadows, wherein it is mentioned the dangers imposed by artificial turf, I would add it is hazardous for insects, too, like the little grasshopper I encountered while jog walking on such a turf. Here is a poem I’ve written about it. Grasshopper...

South Philly native Anthony Gargano has launched a new two-hour talk show on the local digital sports network PHLY, under the umbrella of ALLCITY Network. “The Anthony Gargano Show” hit the digital airwaves on March 28, bringing the big former radio personality back to the ears of local listeners after a hiatus.

Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington’s Tent Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S. 3rd St. Through Jan. 5, 2025. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. AmRevMuseum.org or 215-253-6731. All tickets valid for two consecutive days. Children 5 and under free. March 29. Absolute Queen – at 8...

Better, worse or indifferent, the 2024 Philadelphia Eagles will feel different than anything area fans have become used to for more than a decade. Last season was the final run for an unprecedented core group of players that anchored the Eagles for a generation of fans. Jason Kelce and Lane...

Twix is a 9-month-old mix. He is neutered and will be up to date on shots at adoption. He is heartworm negative on flea/tick preventatives. He is doing great with housetraining. He is crate trained but whimpers at first when he knows others are out there playing without him. He is a high-energy puppy hidden in a 50-pound physique. He gets along with other dogs and loves to wrestle and chase through the house and yard. He walks on a leash well. He has typical puppy antics of stealing socks and things to make you chase him. He is being adopted out through Love of Littles Dog Rescue. Email Mjt.jeepster@gmail.com ••

Legal director and longtime environmental advocate Alex Bomstein was promoted to executive director of the Clean Air Council. Bomstein, a South Philly resident, assumes this role following the retirement of the Council’s longstanding executive director, Joseph Otis Minott. Clean Air Council is a member-supported, nonprofit environmental organization dedicated to...

South Philly resident Alana Ward-Lee received the annual Spirit of Francis and Clare of Assisi Award by Neumann University on March 12 during a ceremony on campus. The award recognizes a graduate whose demonstrated commitment to the Catholic Franciscan tradition and values has led him/her to develop an initiative that makes a significant impact in one or more of the following areas: support of persons who are poor or “underserved,” advancement of understanding and support for the environment, promotion of peacemaking and development of intercultural understanding.

Philadelphia selected for Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities. Mayor Cherelle Parker announced Philadelphia was selected as one of 25 U.S. cities to join Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities, a three-year initiative designed to leverage historic levels of federal funding to incubate and implement transformative local solutions to build low-carbon, resilient and economically thriving communities.

The Philadelphia Phillies have stepped up to the plate to join Comcast Spectacor on the planned mixed-use development project in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. The Phillies and Comcast Spectacor will work together over the next few years in hopes of making the area a world-class, live-work-play sports and entertainment district.

It was a busy week for the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime Prevention and Delinquency as Gov. Josh Shapiro announced funding measures and grants that support crime victims and address the causes of violence around the state. Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, who chairs the PCCD, highlighted the measures that will be...

State Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler announced her Perinatal and Postpartum Screening Act on March 19 in Harrisburg. Thee act would require that clinicians provide expectant and new mothers with information about perinatal or postpartum depression. PPD, a much more serious condition that is sometimes referred to as “baby blues,” is a...