south philly review

Week of October 8, 2009
NEWS – Feature
Fact or Fiction
by Cynthia Marone
The truth about South Philly revealed

 
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Lost in translation
by Amanda Snyder
While locally 'gravy' often means a tomato-based pasta sauce, the word has sparked debate that its usage expands well beyond city limits.

 
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Roll with it
by Ian Romano
Any way you slice it, not everything you thought about the legendary cheesesteak is true.

 
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The dead zone
by Lorraine Gennaro
There has always been an extraordinary amount of local funeral homes, some dating back to the early 1900s, with about 12 on South Broad alone.

 
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Darkness and the edge of town
by Jessica Lynn Argondizza
People once migrated to other parts of Philly for late-night action, but that has changed as local choices mean life after 8 does exist.

 
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Art smart
by Amanda Snyder
Culture isn’t something that just belongs to other parts of the city. Dance, theater, music and galleries have migrated south and found patrons can’t get enough.

 
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Hidden Gems
by Amanda Snyder
Much more than concrete fills the area, as 20 local parks serve as meeting grounds and hangouts for residents with routine cleanups keeping them vibrant and well-maintained.

 
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Building blocks
by Rachel T. Halkias
There are neighborhoods that deviate, but the rowhome is here to stay, though it may look a little different.

 
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Home truths
by Rachel T. Halkias
South Philly leaves such an indelible impression, many strong personalities and places invariably become linked to the area, but not everything is always as it appears.

 
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Bumper crop
by Amanda Snyder
Parking tickets are still common for certain offenses, but some are overlooked by authorities as the South Philly way.

 
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Police Report
by Lorraine Gennaro
Two unsolved homicides

 
LIFESTYLES – Feature
All a buzz
by Brett S. Harrison
Fall means serious movies — heavy hitters in terms of awards and box office clout — but that doesn’t mean they don’t provide a few hours of excellent viewing.

 
LIFESTYLES – Cardella
Cardella
by Tom Cardella
Loving the Shield

 
LIFESTYLES – Horoscopes
Horoscopes
by Mystic Terry
 
Opinion & Editorial – View Finder
View Finder
by Greg Bezanis
Lets do it again

 
Opinion & Editorial – Word
Word on the street
What do you think is the biggest misconception about South Philly?

 
FOOD – Feature
Global infusion
by Phyllis Stein-Novack
Known for its beloved red-gravy restaurants, the local dining scene offers a wider world view that might not be on everyone's map.

 
FOOD – Restaurant Review
Restaurant Review
by Phyllis Stein-Novack
Paradiso revisited

 
FOOD – Reader's Recipe
Carol's Hawaiian Ham
 
SPORTS – Feature
Defending the crown
The world champion Philadelphia Phillies play Game Two of the National League Division Series 2:37 p.m. today at Citizens Bank Park, One Citizens Bank Way. All games are being shown live on TBS.

 
SPORTS – Sports Briefs
Sports Briefs
Bocce Scores

 
SOCIALS
Socials
 
OBITUARIES
Obituaries