News & Events

Another reason to vote – if you are not already convinced

A letter from our State Representative Pam DeLissio regarding the recent tragedy in Manayunk:

Dear Neighbor,

To a one, I believe we are all terribly saddened and appalled at the murder/suicide that occurred in Manayunk this past week involving a 7-year-old little girl and her biological father. I know only what I have read in the paper and I am aware of much commentary on social media. In particular, citizens are questioning the process and the decisions made by the judge in this matter.

One recurring thought that I had over the past few days is: Do constituents understand how judges come to sit on the bench? Do citizens know that judges, at all levels of the judiciary in Pennsylvania, are elected to the bench? How many citizens voted in those election years when district magistrates, municipal court (in Philadelphia), common pleas, commonwealth, superior, and the Pa. Supreme Court judges are elected?

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September General Membership Meeting

The next General Membership meeting is September 12, 2018 at 7pm. Meetings are held in the Board Room of Northern Children’s Services (5301 Ridge Avenue). The entrance and a parking lot can be found on the Righter Street side of the main building. All are welcome to attend.

State Rep. Pam DeLissio’s Town Hall Meeting

Join the conversation at State Representative Pam DeLissio’s 76th Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, August 16th at 7pm in Wolcoff Auditorium, Roxborough Memorial Hospital located at 5800 Ridge Avenue. Secretary John Wetzel, Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, will be the guest speaker.

A Tutti Grand Opening

A Tutti, Ristorante Italiano, located at 5154 Ridge Avenue (formerly All Star Pizza & Restaurant and most recently Mannino’s Manayunk) will have their Official Grand Opening Monday, July 9, 2018 7am-10pm. A Tutti is a casual dining restaurant serving authentic Italian favorites. They will be open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Check out their website and Facebook page for more information. Join us in welcoming A Tutti to our neighborhood!

Wissahickon War Memorial: History & Future

One hundred years ago the Wissahickon Businessmen’s Association, along with the Rexton Boys Club and other supporters, moved the Wissahickon War Memorial to it’s current home on Rochelle Avenue, across from the train station. The original wood memorial had been located at the corner of Osborn Street and Manayunk Avenue. Funds were raised for the permanent Memorial in existence today. The time has come to once again raise funds for the preservation of the Memorial.

Wissahickon War Memorial: Memorial Day Weekend Planting

This Memorial Day Weekend please consider helping to honor our fallen soldiers by assisting with the planting of the flower beds at the Wissahickon War Memorial on Rochelle Avenue across from the train station. Phil Moyer, the primary caretaker of the Memorial for many years, will be working Friday evening 5/25 and Saturday 5/26. If anyone could help with preparation, planting, and mulching, it would be greatly appreciated.

May General Membership Meeting at Wissahickon Presbyterian Church

The next General Membership meeting is May 9, 2018 at 7pm. This month’s meeting will be held at the Wissahickon Presbyterian Church at 5245 Ridge Avenue.

Matt Wysong, the North/Northwest Senior Planner from the Philadelphia City Planning Commission, will present the final Neighborhood Conservation Overlay (NCO) draft.

Per WICA’s Bylaws, nominations for the election of officers will be made – President, Vice President, Recording Secretary, and Treasurer – all of whom shall be elected at the June meeting.

Philly Spring Cleanup – April 14th 9am-noon

Spring has sprung and the cleaning season has begun! Take part in the 11th Annual Philly Spring Cleanup at these locations:

  • Daisy Field – 5000 Hermit Lane
  • LaNoce Park – 5119 Rochelle Avenue
  • Retta Street Wooded Area – 3551 Retta Street

The City is supplying us with a limited number of tools, gloves, and debris bags. We encourage you to bring your own supplies if you have them available. Although not required, volunteers can register at www.philadelphiastreets.com/philly-spring-cleanup.