North Philadelphia

In East Kensington, a neighborhood facing rapid gentrification, community-driven restaurants have emerged as vital social spaces, helping to bridge the gap between long-time residents and newer arrivals. Local spots like OG’s Pizza, Little Walter’s, Forin [continue reading…]

After suffering extremely brutal losses in his family, Sahjir Bullock found the courage to finish what he started at YouthBuild. [continue reading…]

By Liam Giannelli & Samantha Morgan The sudden closure of the University of the Arts (UArts) in June 2024 left many students scrambling to rebuild their academic and artistic lives. Former UArts students like Spencer [continue reading…]

The Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden in the Norris Square neighborhood of Philadelphia regularly hosts potlucks to unite the artistic community. On Nov. 3, the garden hosted a Dia De Los Muertos celebration. [continue reading…]

In a neighborhood defined by rapid change, rising developments, and a shifting
demographic, Lee’s Dumplings and Stuff is more than just a restaurant. It’s a symbol of how
small businesses can help create a sense of community amid gentrification. As young
professionals move into East Kensington, owner Gally Lee has tapped into the growing need for
reasonably priced, healthy meals that cater to both long-time locals and newer arrivals. The
restaurant offers common ground for different generations and economic classes to meet and
connect. [continue reading…]

At the McPherson Square Library, workers like Vincent Eldering are coming up with ways to further provide safe spaces for Kensington youth. [continue reading…]

Pit bulls are often regarded as aggressive and even some countries have made owning them illegal. The breed itself is not inherently aggressive but random breeding, along with bad housing conditions and breeding can lead [continue reading…]

As they try to do a good deed, volunteers in Centro worry about the lack of resources for the children they serve.
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