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Manayunk’s independent record store defies the odds in an ever-evolving industry.By Leo DillingerPhotography by Alexa Nahas Photography (alexanahas.com) Pat Feeney sits at his office desk in the backroom of Main Street Music, reflecting on 28 years selling records in Manayunk....

Irene Madrak reflects on a lifetime of service as North Light Community Center’s executive director. By Megan Douress Photography by Susan Beard Design (susanbearddesign.com) and North Light Community Center In the 1960s, a young girl named Irene lived on Roxborough...

How betting it all in June 1989 turned Manayunk into the beloved place we all know today.By Megan DouressPhotography courtesy of Susan Beard Design Photography (susanbearddesign.com), JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com), and Manayunk.com It’s an unusually warm April evening when some of...

How Lisa and Laura Anne Lamprou built their fashion empire from the ground up. By Megan Douress Photography by Melissa Kelly Photography (melissakellyphotography.com) If you took a brief glimpse into what life was like five years ago for sisters and...

Chris Barnes reflects on his last seven years at Lucky’s Last Chance. By Leo Dillinger Photos by Alexa Nahas Photography (alexanahas.com) “It is better to be lucky. But I would rather be exact. Then when luck comes you are ready.”...

As you cross over the Green Lane Bridge into Manayunk, you’ll notice a collection of unique iron and bronze sculptures displayed underneath the arches of the Manayunk Bridge. Behind them stands Artesano Iron Works & Gallery, an enormous property wrapping...

BEST CHEF “The Journey From Art Student to Manayunk’s Top Chef” By Megan Douress and Leksey Maltzman Photography by JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com)   When you sit down to dine at any of Nongyao “Moon” Krapugthong’s three restaurants on Main Street,...

How Kay Sykora has blazed Manayunk’s trails for more than 40 years. By Megan Douress Photography By Susan Beard (susanbearddesign.com) If you’ve taken a leisurely stroll, a long run, or a family bike ride on the Manayunk Towpath in the...