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Articles by Carine Lavache

Arts and Entertainment

Hunting Park: Art Exhibit Provides Safe Space for Youth

April 18, 2016Carine Lavache

Laughter and chatter filled the air as 30 people gathered in a tiny space in Hunting Park for an art exhibit entitled “I Am,” a self-reflective show on identity. The space, called Orange Korner Arts,

Allegheny

Allegheny West: Mentorship Program Aims To Empower Youth

March 14, 2016Mariama S. Taifa-Seitu and

Young adults gathered at Berean Baptist Church last month to take part in a mentorship program. What started out with singing “This Little Light of Mine” and general announcements turned into a night of group activities

Allegheny

Allegheny West: A Pastor’s Devotion to Youth Empowerment

March 14, 2016Mariama S. Taifa-Seitu and

Rev. Maria Lewis has devoted her life to the church and her community through youth empowerment, most recently  as the pastor of youth and young adults at the Berean Baptist Church in Allegheny West. Her leadership

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Strawberry Mansion: A Veteran Community Leader Hopes for Community Enrichment

February 5, 2016Mariama S. Taifa-Seitu and

Denise Clark, a Strawberry Mansion resident for more than 50 years, serves as the vice president of the Strawberry Mansion Community Development Corporation. Clark helps guide the CDC to new heights while keeping the past

Allegheny

Strawberry Mansion/Allegheny West: Loaded with History Worth Visiting

February 1, 2016Carine Lavache

Strawberry Mansion and Allegheny West have been marred by news reports of violence and drug problems for many years. What people may think are dangerous areas in North Philadelphia are unique subdivisions with their own

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