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Kensington

West Kensington: Caught Up in Kensington’s Game

November 18, 2014 0

Kensington Avenue is often considered one of the most dangerous streets in Philadelphia. Cops posted on most major intersections, drug dealers and junkies alike calling out from all directions, combined with the screeches of the [continue reading…]

Food

Waterfront: Mobile, Risk-Taking Chef Offers Unusual Barbecue Style

November 17, 2014 0

The Guerrilla Ultima food truck mixes different cultures into a unique BBQ style. It’s located right outside of Yards Brewing Co. at 901 N. Delaware Ave., every Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. The owner of [continue reading…]

Featured Stories

Kensington: Making An “Impact” In The Fight Against Veteran Homelessness

November 14, 2014 0

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs hopes to end homelessness among veterans nationwide by 2016. Activists and supporters throughout the country are working together to reach that goal. Philadelphia’s Impact Services Corporation is a local organization that [continue reading…]

Crime

Education: Justice Served by Students at Youth Court in Strawberry Mansion

November 14, 2014 0

Formerly known as one of the most persistently dangerous schools in the state, Strawberry Mansion High School has seen changes, some of which include the implementation of a U.S. Attorney-backed youth court. “Youth courts are [continue reading…]

5th Street

Olde Kensington: The Circus Comes to North Philly

November 11, 2014 0

Residents gawked from stoops and car windows as people flew dozens of feet above their heads. Nestled on the edge of Olde Kensington, Fly School Circus Arts treats residents to their very own circus in [continue reading…]

North Philadelphia

Olde Kensington: 170-Year-Old Church Changing with the Times

November 11, 2014 0

Located on the corner of North 5th Street and Girard Avenue, St. Peter the Apostle Parish was created in the mid-19th century to accommodate a changing neighborhood. Today, the parish also serves as the Shrine [continue reading…]

North Philadelphia

Strawberry Mansion: Produce Stand Thrives Under New Management

October 31, 2014 0

On the corner of 33rd and Diamond streets recently, five residents gathered around a canopy tent, each eagerly awaiting their turn to purchase some of the fresh fruits and vegetables arranged on the table. Although it’s no [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Olde Kensington: Andrew Ha Pursues Two Passions in the Heart of Philadelphia

October 29, 2014 0

Andrew Ha describes his relationship with music as a marriage, but it’s not his only commitment. Like many working Americans, Ha holds regular job hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; he works for the Jewish [continue reading…]

Neighborhoods

Strawberry Mansion: Billy Thompson Helps Lead Neighborhood Coalition with Faith

October 29, 2014 0

As William Thompson walked toward Faith Temple recently, he greeted almost every person he passed. He grabbed each neighbor around the shoulders, squeezed them tightly and shook their hands with both of his own. “When we [continue reading…]

Economy

North Philadelphia: Second-Generation Immigrant Creates Haven for Startups

October 29, 2014 0

Across from the local 7-Eleven and other corporate establishments that are proliferating across Cecil B. Moore Avenue on Temple University’s main campus, the Fox School of Business’ Small Business Development Center has been helping the [continue reading…]

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