We thought we would pass along some business happenings from along 45th Street. First, Demetris (photo above), which serves pizza and Mediterranean cuisine, has reopened at 4438 Chestnut Street after being closed for some time for remodeling. The restaurant offers dine-in, take-out and delivery services and the menu features traditional and gourmet pizzas, pasta, salads, charbroiled burgers and gyros among other things. The hours are Monday-Thursday 3:00 – 11:00 p.m., Friday & Saturday 3:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m., Sunday 3:00 – 10:00 p.m. For more information call 215-222-8300 or visit their website.

Also, in case you missed it, a new pharmacy, Aspire Rx, has been operating between Walnut and Sansom streets for a few weeks. The exact address is 132 S. 45th Street. The store hours are Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Sat 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., closed on Sundays. For more information call 215-883-0332.

Finally, the pharmacy turned restaurant Rx at 45th and Spruce has been closed for a few days now due to some technical issues (see photo below). This morning quite a few people turned up at this popular brunch spot and were visibly disappointed to see the “Closed” sign. We are trying to get in touch with the Rx owners to see what’s happening and will let you know as soon as we have more details.

Update (Jan. 30): Bandit was found last night and is back home!

Bandit is a Miniature Australian Shepherd, blue merle color: silver, black and white. He is only 1.5 years old, about 20 pounds and 18 inches high. He has no tail, floppy years and one brown, one blue eye. He got hit by a car and ran off from 40th and Spring Garden. If you have seen him, please call 814-441-4601.

A Shar-pei has been wandering around the neighborhood for at least a couple of days, and was last seen near 36th & Walnut around 10 a.m. this morning. No collar.

A number of people have attempted to grab him, but he is terribly skittish/timid and will run if approached. He is probably starved, so any attempts to lure him would best be done with food. If you see this dog, please post location and time in the comments. If anyone knows the owner please get in touch with them ASAP and let us know.

A reader reports that his friend’s motorcycle was stolen last night near 49th and Springfield. It is an 85 Honda Rebel 250 with a studded seat (see photo below). It is an olive-ish green color and has a dime size hole in the seat and has longer, not stock, rear shocks. A reward is offered if found.

Please email Chance at chanceafrica [at] hotmail.com with any info.

Update (Jan. 29): The cat has been found and returned to the owner.

An orange tabby cat has been missing since Wednesday, Jan. 11. He’s a very friendly kitten, who meows a lot. He may have some red wax on him from a candle accident. The cat’s home is around 47th and Chester.

If you’ve seen this cat, please contact Edde at: motoedde@gmail.com

Update (11:15 p.m.): The pooch has been found and is safe at home.

A Beagle/Jack Russell Mix (neutered) was lost tonight. He is mostly black with some brown and white, has a docked tail, and is greying around his muzzle. He responds to the name Harvey and was last seen at 45th and Osage. Please contact Marni with any information regarding his whereabouts at 804-690-7950.