Forepaugh’s Restaurant has reopened

After years of sitting vacant, followed by an extensive renovation to the property, Forepaugh’s Restaurant at 276 Exchange St., has reopened. The historic mansion was…
St. Paul’s longest-serving Mayor, George Latimer, passes at 89

George Latimer, who served at Mayor of St. Paul for 14 years from 1976 to 1990, died August 18. He was 89 years old. Born…
Neighbors Working to Improve Irvine Park

Irvine Park, one of St. Paul’s best kept secrets, is seeing a resurgence of late. Known for its picturesque fountain and surrounded by historic homes,…
Betty Moran, founding member of West 7th/Fort Road Federation, passes away at 80

The West 7th/Fort Road Federation shared the passing of Betty Moran, a beloved pillar of the West 7th/Fort Road community. Betty passed away on June…
Union Depot Seeking 2024 ‘Hub for the Holidays’ Tree

It feels like Christmas in July as Union Depot launches its search for the next Hub for the Holidays tree. Organizers are seeking a 50’-70’…
Join the MNHS 175 History Hunt

Journey through Minnesota’s history for a chance to win awesome prizes in the Minnesota Historical Society’s (MNHS) History Hunt. Part of their 175th anniversary celebration,…
Fiddlin’ Around at Fort Road Folk Fest

Despite the stormy weather, fans of folk music were treated to a full day of live music July 13 at the Fort Road Folk Fest.…
Losing Brother Mark

August 1980. I was five years into my first real doctor job after interning one year at Minneapolis General Hospital. Family Doctor at West 7th’s…
West Fest was a blast

Hundreds of West Enders came out to enjoy food, music, history and neighbors at the first annual West Fest on 7th on June 8. The…