Hope Took Root

Branches of Hope: The 9/11 Survivor Tree, written by Medford native Ann Magee and illustrated by Nicole Wong,...

Set Sail with a New Life Skill 

Learning a new skill can be scary.  But learning a new skill from an Air Force veteran who’s spent...

More Than a Preschool, It’s a Family Tradition

When the preschool class of 2026 graduated from Lenape Kiddie Kollege, the pride on the faces of parents and grandparents said it all. Owner-Director Theresa Young knows that feeling well....

Like a Good Neighbor, Vince Ovecka Is There

Expect the unexpected.  Anything can happen.  Wise words for life – and insurance.  “We’ve helped so many families recover when they’ve lost their cars, homes and even loved ones,” said Vince Ovecka,...

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‘Welcome to Fishtown’ Cat Mural 2.0

We all love cats, indoors and out, even the giant ones painted on the sides of buildings. The residents of Fishtown have been connected with...

‘It’s the hot spot to be’

The East Kensington-Fishtown neighborhoods are to Philadelphia what Brooklyn is to New York City. That’s how Jennifer Carroll, Billy Riddle and Kerri Sitrin describe the...

Music in the Park

As I amble toward Konrad Square, the unmistakably sweet sound of steel drums swirls about me, laying down the perfect vibes for a picturesque...

The Catch

It’s all in the details. When it comes to your social calendar change is ... not always good. But sometimes it’s inevitable. Check each organization’s...

Letter from the EDITOR:

Hello Fishtown! I am excited for you to check out our inaugural monthly edition magazine TheHook dedicated to the lifestyle and community of Fishtown. We...

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