South Philly News

A family affair

The Star Players are about to hit the stage with Guys and Dolls, and this is a tight-knit group. “It’s formed into a very big family,” said director Bill Arthur. Arthur...

Chloe is a snuggler

Chloe is 9 years old. The pit/boxer mix is 35 pounds. She loves cats but they seldom reciprocate her feelings. Her previous owner said she likes other dogs, but...

Around Town

PUFF Festival celebrates 9 years at Theatre Exile The Philadelphia Unnamed Film Festival is back to celebrate its ninth year as South Philadelphia’s "DIY film...

Community Calendar

August 14 Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington's Tent Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S. 3rd St. Through Jan. 5, 2025. 11...

Harris hosts Soul School Summer Festival 

State Rep. Jordan Harris welcomed neighbors and community organizations at his 9th Annual Soul School Summer Festival Aug. 10 on Washington Avenue, between 18th and 20th streets. The...

N-G appoints new AD

Neumann-Goretti High School has a new Director of Athletics. Following former director Pat Devenney’s departure last month, Neumann-Goretti has filled the role with 1995 graduate...

A happy 100th birthday for WWII vet Joe DeMarco

It can be pretty tough to get one past Joe DeMarco. With 100 years of wisdom, the United States Marine Corps World War II veteran...

Ukrainian Folk Festival on Aug. 25

The Ukrainian Folk Festival will take place on Sunday, Aug. 25, from noon to 8 p.m., at the Ukrainian American Sport Center -- Tryzub,...

Current Issue – SPR

A family affair