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Month: February 2015

Amateur Sports

North Philadelphia: Andy German of The Prep Says, “It All Comes Down to Coaching.”

February 11, 2015  0

Andy German is about to begin his first season as the head coach of St. Joseph’s Prep’s lacrosse team. He was hired in October, replacing Eric Gregg, who stepped down after a six year tenure. Prior […]

Olney

Olney: Hopeful Pastor Leads a Diverse Community

February 11, 2015  0

Joseph Randall, a Baptist pastor from outside Charlotte, North Carolina, ventured up north to Philadelphia four years ago with hopes of leading a multi-ethnic congregation and bringing together the people of Olney. He now heads […]

Brewerytown

Brewerytown: Max Ochester and His Self-Sustaining Neighborhood

February 10, 2015 Paul Klein 0

Similar to vinyl records, the Brewerytown neighborhood of Philadelphia seems to be going through a resurgence. Both residential and commercial development is evident everywhere, and the new businesses that have opened are run by passionate […]

Featured Stories

Doug Oliver: “I Know I’m an Underdog. I Just Don’t Care.”

February 10, 2015 George Miller 1

It’s official. Doug Oliver, a former PGW executive and press secretary for Mayor Nutter, is running for mayor. He announced his candidacy over the weekend and is officially ready to begin his campaign. The 40-year-old Germantown native sat […]

Education

Germantown: Share Time with Amy Koslowsky of Face To Face

February 10, 2015  0

Amy Koslowsky is the director of children’s programs at Face to Face, a multi-service organization located in Germantown that offers free human services to low income and homeless individuals. The organization serves 2,500 individuals in […]

Economy

Far Northeast: Rev. Bradley S. Hauff, a Nomad Amongst the Lifers

February 10, 2015 Paul Klein 0

The Rev. Bradley S. Hauff is the rector at All Saints’ Torresdale Episcopal Church, which is located on Frankford Avenue. Born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Hauff has been at All Saints for two-and-a-half years. He […]

City Hall

City Hall: Al Schmidt Says, “You Don’t Have an Excuse Not to Vote.”

February 9, 2015 Paul Klein 0

  Elections are the foundation of a democratic society. While it might seem as though elections just come together, in reality a tremendous amount of work is required to make them happen. City Commissioner Al […]

Environment

Northern Liberties: The Next Gold Standard for Environmental Stewardship?

February 9, 2015 Paul Klein 0

Lara Kelly, the quality of life coordinator for the Northern Liberties Neighbors Association, promotes healthy living and environment for the community. She has been an active member in the neighborhood for 19 years. What do you bring to […]

Business

Mantua: Longtime Donut Shop Owners Have Seen Good Changes in Community

February 9, 2015 Paul Klein 1

Loyal customers know that Fresh Donuts owner Donald Eap and his sister Van have owned the doughnut and breakfast shop at 39th and Lancaster Avenue in Mantua for years. The neighborhood has changed significantly since […]

Amateur Sports

Sharswood: AAU Coach Strives For Players to Earn College Scholarships

February 9, 2015 Paul Klein 0

Johnathan Stewart is the head coach for Play Hard Squad (AAU Basketball) and a residential advisor at Girard College in the Sharswood section of the city. We spoke with the 45-year-old about the role of basketball in the city. […]

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