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New food choices at Metrocenter Mall

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Dining

Metrocenter Mall recently welcomed several new food court tenants. The new concepts add variety to...

Advocates needed for older adults

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Community

The Area Agency on Aging, Region One is seeking volunteers to advocate for residents of long-term care facilities in Maricopa County. The Arizona long-term care Ombudsman program provides advocacy and assistance to residents of...

The Bookshop has something for everyone

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Business

The Bookshop is the latest business to join an eclectic mix of neighborhood taverns, local...

A & E Briefs

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Arts & Entertainment

Derrick Bostrom Photo Exhibit Through Jan. 18 Green Vegetarian Restaurant 2022 N. 7th St. This...

Pop-up dog park funded by PetSmart

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Community

PetSmart, in cooperation with PHX Renews, has launched a new “Pop-Up Park,” also known as P.U.P.,...

Pharmacy a finalist in enterprise awards

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Business

Melrose Pharmacy recently was named a finalist in the 2013 Spirit of Enterprise Awards, presented...

Pet of the Month: Golden boy is ready for love

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Community

Bart, a purebred golden retriever, is a “family guy” that would love nothing more than to take up...

School Briefs

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Schools

Madison Elementary School District Meadows Cross Country teams win conference titles The Madison...

Nominations sought for IMPACT Awards

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Business

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) seeks nominations for its 2014 IMPACT Awards, which honor the accomplishments of outstanding Valley businesses. Nominations, which can come from anyone in the community, are open...

Park walking paths to get face-lift

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Community

As part of the FitPHX program, the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department will be enhancing walking paths at eight city parks, thanks to a $25,000 grant from Coca-Cola of Arizona. The grant also will help pilot a new walking...

New men’s business for frequent groomers

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Business

Let’s face it—some men need a haircut and a facial trim more than just once a month. But frequent...

Midtown office tower is sold

Posted by North Central News | Jan 1, 2014 | Business

Cushman & Wakefield of Arizona, Inc. has completed the $14.8 million sale of the Midtown Phoenix Bank of America Tower at 3030 N. Central Ave. The tower contains approximately 189,000 square feet of office space situated on...