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Center City

Podcast: A Space Designed to Help Residents Stress Less is Opening in the City

May 31, 2019 Dee Patel and Christopher Malo 0

The Stress Less Space is an intentional space in Philadelphia for women to recharge and relax away from the chaos of their everyday life. “As a stress management coach I’ve had the chance to speak […]

East Falls

East Falls: Ellen Sheehan Works to Preserve Local History

May 30, 2019 Yanuara Ramirez and Holly Martin 0

The East Falls Historical Society is a nonprofit organization founded in 2004. Its mission states the organization is “dedicated to discovering, preserving and promoting historic interest in the East Falls community of Northwest Philadelphia.” For […]

Hawthorne

South Philadelphia: Puyero Brings a Piece of Venezuela to Philadelphia

May 28, 2019 Brian Maiorana 0

Two brothers who own @puyeroflavor restaurant discuss Venezuelan food and the Venezuelan identity in Philadelphia, as well as the current crisis in their home country. […]

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Health

Podcast: Study Finds Obesity is Direct Cause of Poor Mental Well-being

May 24, 2019 Dee Patel and Christopher Malo 0

According to a report from the World Health Organization, obesity and its link to mental well-being is becoming a growing issue in our country and throughout the world. Research shows obesity increases risk of heart […]

Housing

Podcast: New Program is Designed to Help Seniors Age in Place

May 21, 2019 Christopher Malo 0

Bobby McCurdy, at 77 years old, lives by himself in a four bedroom home in the Sharswood neighborhood. Although McCurdy lives alone, he enjoys the freedom of independent living. What McCurdy doesn’t like is the […]

Neighborhoods

West Philadelphia: New Motorcycle Donated to Philadelphia Police in Memory of Former Officer

May 17, 2019 Dee Patel and Christopher Malo 0

Thomas Gibbons Jr., a hero Philadelphia police officer and famed crime reporter, was honored at a press conference on April 29th by his fellow officers and family. Gibbons enjoyed his career as a journalist before […]

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Center City

Podcast: As the City’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Opens, Can it Offer Help for Those Suffering from Mental Illness?

May 17, 2019 Dee Patel and Christopher Malo 0

Center City’s first medical marijuana dispensary has opened its door. Beyond/Hello is located at 12th and Samson streets. It’s one of 50 medical marijuana dispensaries operating in the state. “We offer all acceptable products which […]

Business

North Philadelphia: Free Streets Returns to North Broad Street

May 16, 2019 Dee Patel and Christopher Malo 0

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney joined other city officials to announce the open route for this year’s Philly Free Streets event. Residents can explore miles of North Philadelphia without worrying about cars getting in the way. […]

Education

Strawberry Mansion: Culinary Program Exposes High School Students to New Foods, Skill Sets

May 11, 2019 Khanya Brann 0

Chef Joy Parham directed traffic in her kitchen classroom at Strawberry Mansion High School on a Friday afternoon. That day’s lesson was a collaboration with the Spanish II class and Parham had more students streaming […]

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Crime

Podcast: A North Philadelphia-based Therapist Uses Hip-Hop Therapy to Treat Trauma

May 10, 2019 Dee Patel and Christopher Malo 0

Ronald Crawford (pictured on the right), a mental health therapist based in North Philadelphia, uses hip-hop music to challenge negative culture and educate individuals about drug use. He hopes to engage and encourage people to […]

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