Mosaic Community Church, 123 S. 51st St.

West Philly organizations and community groups have a chance to receive grants of up to $6,000 for their projects. Three years ago, as part of a capital campaign to raise money to renovate their new property at 51st and Sansom, Mosaic Community Church committed to give away 10 percent of all of the money raised to organizations who are doing good work in West Philly neighborhoods. This commitment turned into the Building It Together (BIT) Grant Program. This year, Mosaic’s BIT Grant Program has $26,000 to give away and invites local nonprofits and community organizations to apply.

The BIT Grant Program is comprised of two distinct funding opportunities:  Continue Reading

This dog was found on Monday night at 53rd and Spruce. He was reportedly hit by a car and has a few scrapes on his face and paw, but otherwise doesn’t appear injured. He’s a very young, thin, tan and white intact male. He was wearing a studded leather collar when he was found. The dog will be taken to the vet today to be checked and scanned for a chip. If you have any information about this dog or his owner, please leave a comment or email: editor-at-westphillylocal.com

Dollar Strolls always bring huge crowds to Baltimore Avenue looking for $1 specials from neighborhood restaurants and other businesses, but last night was something absolutely crazy. Reader Marshall Ledger sent us this panoramic photo with the following commentary:

“Two lines to Desi [Village] (its tables of samosas, pakoras, and mango lassi on the left): one stretching to and past Melville, the other up toward 46th Street, past Renata’s Kitchen (tables of croissants, chocolate cookies, and sodas on the right).”

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Also check out photos by Bob Lannon: Continue Reading

While many were out and about this evening enjoying the Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, a blown transformer caused a fire near 46th and Hazel, according to various reports. The fire was reported shortly before 8 p.m.:

Seems to be a fire on an electrical pole on 46th & hazel @WestPhillyLocal @WestPhillyNews pic.twitter.com/4KfkyBvjj3

— Beth Patel (@bethannpatel) September 17, 2015

One witness said that the fire engulfed a car parked nearby. We’re trying to get more details.

Apart from tonight’s Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, another big semi-annual event is happening this week in West Philly – Go West! Craft Fest at The Woodlands (40th and Woodland). More than 70 artists and crafters are expected to participate in the Fall edition of this popular event happening on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event also features live music, children’s activities, acrobatic performances by tinycircus, and food by local eateries. Go West! Craft Fest is open to the public and free to attend.

Festival guests can find unique treasures by local makers, including jewelry, ceramics, art, prints, stationery, home wares, children’s items, bags, candles, soaps, and more. Follow @gowestcraftfest on Instagram for sneak peeks of all the Festive finds. Also, visit the Go West! Craft Fest website for more information and performance schedule.

This week’s Project MEOW-featured adoptable cat is Teeter, a young male Domestic Short Hair cat. Teeter is a professional cuddler and can be found on or near you at all times.

Teeter

Teeter was found hanging around a community garden, very skinny and limping (thus the name). After a few weeks of cage rest and regular feedings, he is all better. Teeter loves to be around people, and to be petted. He can be talkative and spunky. He is a cat with character who would love to share your home!

Teeter is neutered, FeLV and FIV negative, current with shots, treated for fleas and worms, and is litter box trained.

This cat is being fostered through the partnership of Project MEOW and PAWS. To adopt Teeter please complete and return a PAWS adoption application. It is available at the Baltimore Pet Shoppe (4532 Baltimore Ave.) or online. Application and adoption fee ($50.00) applies. Please use number A29300909 when applying to adopt this cat.

For additional information, please email: projectmeowadoptions@gmail.com