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Social Issues: Philly’s Pitbull Overbreeding and Neglect

December 20, 2024 Haley Smith

Hale Womble, an owner of a rescued pit bull named Harper, walked into ACCT Philadelphia not thinking he would leave with a pet. After he met Harper, he said “Yep, you’re coming home and we’re

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Fairmount: Joining the Global Conversation on Water Sustainability

March 20, 2023 Elizabeth DeOrnellas

World Water Day 2023 brought together academics, city officials, historians and nonprofit workers who believe Philadelphia’s cultural heritage as a port city makes it an important place to talk about the future of water infrastructure. 

Arts and Entertainment

Art Museum: Protestors Gather Against Gun Violence

June 24, 2019 Andrea Malizia

Overcast skies loomed above the Philadelphia Art Museum on Wednesday, May 29. A crowd holding posters and pictures flooded the museum steps. People hugged and shook hands, cheering as speakers called for an end to

Business

Fairmount: CDC Builds Momentum with New Executive Director

April 4, 2019 Sarah Metts

Although the Fairmount Community Development Corporation is a newer organization, it still hosts a calendar full of events to benefit the community. A huge part of that is because of its new executive director, Sarajane

Business

Fairmount: Bicycle Shop Identifies With Its Riders On The Road

November 26, 2018 Sarah Madaus

When the rest of the city is asleep on Saturday mornings, the Fairmount-based WTF road riders are already biking through the city. WTF isn’t just a trendy acronym; it’s a 20-30 mile road bike ride

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Immigration: The Polish Provide Philadelphia With History

July 9, 2018 Means George

Poland’s presence may have even preceded Christopher Columbus’ arrival in the Newfoundland with the navigation of the mysterious John Scolvus, sometimes referred to as John of Kolno. While a lack of records make this a

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Food: Five Community Gardens Enriching Philadelphia

June 19, 2018 Pukanecz Savannah

Community gardens are spreading like weeds throughout Philadelphia. These beautiful green spaces ensure sustainable, fresh produce in a concrete jungle and provide a refreshing feel to a metropolitan area. Not only do these open spaces

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Fairmount: NBR’s Boss Breaks Norms in the Community, as a Woman, and as a Businesswoman

May 24, 2018 Perez Maryvic

On a day- to-day basis, Shalimar Thomas, North Broad Renaissance’s executive director, schedules meetings with city commissioners, organizes community events and keeps her growing team on track. Thomas’ rigor is fueled by one thing –

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Fairmount: Block Captain Cleans Up The Neighborhood

September 25, 2017 Michaela Winberg

Sam Holloschutz — born and raised in Philadelphia — is a board member at the Fairmount Civic Association and the chair of the FCA’s Neighborhood Improvement Committee. He’s also the block captain for the 800

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Fairmount Park: Protecting the Water Supply

July 6, 2017 Tracy Yatsko

One of the largest urban green spaces in the nation sits right here in the City of Brotherly Love. With more than 10,000 acres of parks, trails and trees, Fairmount Park wasn’t originally created to

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