Arts and Entertainment
Fashion: How Dylan Kepp Brings their Drag Persona “Iris Spectre” To Life
The drag performer creates all of their own designs, in addition to designing for others. [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
Business
Chinatown is Not Going Down Without a Fight
In a neighborhood as vibrant and lively as Chinatown, a dismal overcast has been set with the announcement of an arena proposal. 76 Place was first announced in July of 2022, and if approved, is [continue reading…]
Arts and Entertainment
Keeping the Arts Alive in Philadelphia Youth
Philadelphia has a long-standing history as a juggernaut of arts and entertainment. Its neighboring status to the national epicenter of the arts, New York City, has always attracted talents of all trades to the city. [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
The City of Brotherly Litter: A Conversation on Trash in Philadelphia
By Sophia Battaglia In order to further comprehend the effects trash has on the residents of Philadelphia, I sat with Tonya Sears, a woman living in Nicetown North Philly, and asked her about her experience [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Melissa Jest speaks on the future of the John Coltrane House
STRAWBERRY MANSION — The John Coltrane House on North 33rd St. in Strawberry Mansion has finally found financial backing after years of uncertainty. In March, the African American Cultural Action Fund (AACHAF), apart of the [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
Peter Sey: A Cambodian American in Philadelphia
Peter Sey, 22, a resident of North Philadelphia, is a graduate of Olney Charter High School, class of 2021. He is part of a family of four, including his parents and younger sister. Sey’s mother [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
The 76ers Stadium Proposal: A New Threat to Chinatown
Philadelphia City Council Moves Forward with 76ers’ $1.3 Billion Arena Proposal Philadelphia City Council has taken a key step toward approving the construction of a new $1.3 billion basketball arena in Center City. On December [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
John Coltrane’s Strawberry Mansion Home has long needed a savior — and it’s finally found one
STRAWBERRY MANSION — Coming up around the bend of North 33rd St and into the gateway of Strawberry Mansion, the ghost of John Coltrane will be there to greet you. The rowhome where the legendary [continue reading…]
Callowhill
Callowhill: Long-Term Rehabilitation for Homeless Men is the Priority at Philly House
The largest and longest-running homeless shelter in Philadelphia is prioritizing creating a long-term plan for homeless men in the city. [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
South Philadelphia: Hidden Murals
Muralists across the Philadelphia area go unrecognized for their workday in and day out. Society tends to overlook the meanings behind the murals they pass each day. Joseph Dougherty, a Dougherty Electric electrician has another talent [continue reading…]