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FTC students’ works published
Franklin Towne Charter High School has eight students whose literary works were published in the Philadelphia Stories Junior spring edition. Students whose works were published were juniors Jazmyne Moseley, Jenna Holton, Saileana Peterkin, Jaimie Schaffer and Kiley Weiss and seniors Skyler Kucowski, Julia Labb and Haley Keebler-Lentz. ••
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Richmond Library, 2987 Almond St., offers a Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program that meets Mondays and Tuesdays from 2-6 p.m. and Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2-5 p.m., through June. LEAP is a free, drop-in afterschool program that provides homework help and activities for students in grades K-12 every day after school.
School district develops a plan for Frankford HS
The School District of Philadelphia has embarked on a $19.9 million investment to reopen Frankford High School. The reopening plan will address damaged asbestos and improve and refresh the main portion of the 108-year-old building from the ground to the fourth floor. The main part of the school has been closed since April 2023 due to asbestos concerns.
Boyd is the best
Boyd is looking for his forever family. He will require a fully fenced yard, in a somewhat quiet area, as he is extremely fearful outside on leash, especially with the sounds of traffic around. He is 24 pounds, with long legs, sweet and quiet, and good with other dogs. His...
Maxim as sweet as they come
Maxim was at a Philly shelter with a tail injury when he was rescued and had his amputation taken care of. He is healed and has the most adorable nub. He is about 2 years old and friendly with everyone he meets, both human and dog. Maxim has done well at events and is a great car passenger and excellent sunbather. He does not require a fenced-in yard and is great on leash. This guy is as sweet as it gets. Email noahsarkrescueps@yahoo.com with questions or to adopt, visit https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/NARP/Dog ••
Fishtown Taps celebrates summer happy hour at two dozen hotspots
It’s always Happy Hour in Fishtown. Well, on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. through Oct. 29, that is. The Fishtown District announced that Fishtown Taps will return for a second year, after a wildly successful effort to encourage revelers to visit Fishtown’s vibrant restaurant, bar and brewery scene during the work week. More than two dozen locations, so far, have joined the second year of the effort. Every location will feature specially-priced beers, wines and signature cocktails. Most locations will also offer special appetizers and small-plate food offerings as well.
Franklin Towne Charter strengthens its bonds with West African school
The Benia International School has a strong bond with Franklin Towne Charter. The Duazon, Liberia elementary school welcomed a shipment of more than 2,000 study materials from FTC Elementary Charter School last month. When FTC Assistant Principal Jamie Neal found out, through the Philly Educators website, that the West African...
Thoughts of Eagles offense should tide us over until training camp
Summer is about to get into full swing. The National Weather Service issues heat advisories and extreme thunderstorm warnings. The kids are home from school. The basketball and hockey seasons have wound down to their conclusions. Another great start for the Phillies means we could be in for another long...
Celebrating 250 years of independence
City and state leaders and others recently kicked off the nation’s 250th anniversary of independence by announcing the first wave of a multi-year schedule of programming, events and activities through 2026. “Philadelphia is the birthplace of American democracy and has been the leading destination for advocates, innovators and leaders...
America’s first zoo celebrates 150 years on July 1
Nine years before the Phillies threw their very first pitch in the National League, Philadelphia already had its biggest, most enduring pastime. On July 1, 1874, 150 years ago, the Philadelphia Zoo opened its doors to the public for the first time. Since then, more than 100 million visitors have passed through the gates of a Philadelphia landmark as important as the Liberty Bell itself.
Around Town
Richmond Library, 2987 Almond St., offers a Literacy Enrichment Afterschool Program that meets Mondays and Tuesdays from 2-6 p.m. and Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2-5 p.m., through June. LEAP is a free, drop-in afterschool program that provides homework help and activities for students in grades K-12 every day after school.
Aaron is a home run
Aaron is about 2 years old but still has energy like a puppy. Aaron was taken to the city shelter after being found squatting in a house all alone. Aaron loves all people and would do well in a home with older kids due to his playful and energetic nature. He might prefer to live without other dogs as he is very over eager when meeting other pups. He is up to date with vaccines, microchipped, neutered and excited to find a family of his own. To adopt Aaron, email phillyrescueangels.volunteer@gmail.com.
Event in support of Pakistani Christians
Aaron Bashir, the Republican candidate in the 2nd Congressional District, will hold an event to stand in solidarity with the Pakistani-American Christian community on Wednesday, June 12, from noon to 4 p.m., at Christos Mar Thoma Church, 9999 Gantry Road. The group will gather to call for an end to...
Congratulations to Franklin Towne class of ‘24
Franklin Towne Charter High School was scheduled to graduate Tuesday night at Temple’s Liacouras Center. “We are proud of our graduating students and grateful to the hundreds of families who entrust us with providing more than 1,300 children per year the highest quality high school experience possible,” said CEO Brianna O’Donnell. “During its 25 years of serving Philadelphia’s families Franklin Towne Charter High School has educated students from every ZIP code in the city. As we look forward to welcoming in students for the 2024-2025 school year, there is no question, Franklin Towne Charter High School is here to stay, and will continue to live up to Niche.com’s accolade as one Philadelphia’s most diverse high schools for many decades to come.”
North Catholic alums announce scholarship recipients
The Northeast Catholic Alumni Association has chosen the scholarship recipients of its annual $500,000 in tuition grants. The recipients are 10 in grade school, 20 in high school and five in college, who are the children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of alumni association members. The money is given over three years for students in grade school and four years for students in high school and college.
Eagles get 6-week break before training camp
Pennsylvania’s most famous quadruped made an unexpected visit to the Philadelphia Eagles practice facility last week. Phil, a known Eagles fan despite the fact that he hails from Punxsutawney in western Pennsylvania, was on hand to take in the Eagles’ three-day mandatory mini-camp. Phil, slathered in sun block...
Improvements coming to Cohox
Rebuild Philadelphia last week celebrated a groundbreaking for site improvements at Cohocksink Recreation Center, 2901 Cedar St. in Port Richmond. Among those in attendance were Councilman Mark Squilla, state Rep. Joe Hohenstein, residents and representatives of Community Ventures. The $4.45 million renovation project is funded by the city’s Rebuild program,...
The day there were UFOs in Olney
Mike “Meak” Carlin grew up in Olney and spent a lot of time hanging in “The Yard” – the Lowell Elementary School yard, at 5th Street and Nedro Avenue. “So many hijinks happened in that schoolyard,” Carlin recalled. “It was all very innocent and juvenile.”
I-95 collapse anniversary hailed as triumph
Less than a year later, a potential infrastructure disaster for the city of Philadelphia has become nothing less than a triumph. On June 11, 2023, a fatal tanker truck fire under the road surface of Interstate 95 at the Cottman Avenue exit caused a collapse of the elevated section of highway, stopping both directions of the major Philadelphia thoroughfare.
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