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Year: 2012

Arts and Entertainment

Strawberry Mansion: Community Celebrates Jazz Heritage

April 14, 2012

https://vimeo.com/40373094] In Friday’s celebration of Jazz Appreciation Day, Philadelphia was “putting some swing into its spring,” which is the city’s theme for jazz appreciation month that takes place in April. The celebration took place outside

Kensington

Kensington: Residents Are Returning to Their Homes to Find Extensive Damage

April 12, 2012

https://vimeo.com/40311934] Kensington residents are going back to their homes to find extensive damage from this week’s fire. It is too soon to determine the exact cause of the blaze, but some people will have to

Fox Chase

Fox Chase: Military Veteran Honored After 33 Years

April 12, 2012

Marita McNichol was awarded with the American flag in honor of her father who died after serving in World War II. Francis P. McNichol, who served in the Navy during World War II, died 33

Education

Kensington: Neighborhood Principal Awarded for Leadership

April 11, 2012

Six years ago, Christine Borelli-Connor became principal of John H. Webster Elementary, located at 3400 Frankford Ave. A Philadelphia native, Borelli-Connor entered a school community, where she said teachers were working hard but were not

Environment

Northern Liberties: Residents Receive Free Rain Barrels to Reduce Stormwater Runoff

April 11, 2012

The City of Philadelphia is taking strides to address stormwater runoff that has been polluting and eroding creeks and rivers, including the Schuylkill and Delaware Rivers. The Energy Coordinating Agency and Philadelphia Water Department have

Queen Village

South Philadelphia: Local Playground to Receive Funds for Renewal

April 11, 2012

Between the graffiti, chipping paint and ancient swing set, Weccacoe Playground doesn’t look like a popular place for children to play. It appears almost neglected. But the playground at the corner of Fourth and Catherine

Arts and Entertainment

Logan: Caribbean Culture Aims To Make A Name For Itself in North Philadelphia

April 11, 2012

https://vimeo.com/40174816] Annette Kerr and Reveree Jahman had difficulties adapting to American society but were able to find an organization that allowed them to incorporate aspects of their culture into their new communities. The two Jamaicans

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Fox Chase

Northeast Philadelphia: Residents Take Action Against Bill Proposing to Legalize Bandit Signs

April 11, 2012

https://vimeo.com/40173364] On Jan. 26, Councilman Curtis Jones, D-4th, formally introduced a bill, No. 120017, that would legalize the bandit signs that have been littering the streets and creating blight in the neighborhoods. The bill was

Arts and Entertainment

Mantua: Ample Living Space Attracts Musicians

April 11, 2012

One of the greatest challenges musicians face is how to make a living off their craft. Rob Swift and Tom Williamson, members of the band, The Rivals, are attempting to supplement their band income with

Amateur Sports

Brewerytown: Baseball Program Targets Inner-City Youth

April 11, 2012

Many people consider baseball to be America’s great past-time, but evidence shows that inner-city youth may have moved on to other activities. The number of African-American players in Major League Baseball is dwindling, according to

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