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Chestnut Hill

Northwest Philadelphia: Five Women Making A Difference

February 27, 2014tub10245

While the cliche might state “a good deed never goes unnoticed,” that doesn’t quite hold true for these five women you need to know. Collectively they’ve harnessed their skills and passions to give back to

Arts and Entertainment

Fairmount: Five People You Need to Know

February 26, 2014tub10245

As up-and-coming neighborhoods, Fairmount and Brewerytown have placed strong emphasis on small businesses. These areas pride themselves on the community feel they have established with the help of local business owners, who help sustain a

Chestnut Hill

Northwest Philadelphia: Five Places to Know

February 24, 2014Saleem Ahmed

The Northwest Philadelphia area includes the neighborhoods of Germantown, Manayunk, East Falls, Roxborough, Chestnut Hill, Mt. Airy, Fairmount, Ridge Avenue and West Oak Lane.  Within this large part of town, there are many places of

Fairmount

Health Beat: Unique Fitness Studios

February 20, 2014tub10245

As more people partake in different health and fitness trends, it stands as no shock fitness studios in Philadelphia are looking for different ways to spice up a work out. Those who find running on

Education

Northwest Philadelphia: Five Places You Need to Know

February 19, 2014tub10245

The neighborhoods in Northwest Philadelphia are unique to the city. With signature cobblestone roads, rowhomes and Colonial-style architecture, this region represents historical Philadelphia’s journey to the present. Organizations and iconic sites in areas like Germantown

Arts and Entertainment

Fairmount: Five Places You Need to Know

February 18, 2014tub10245

The Fairmount neighborhood, which is roughly bordered by Girard and Vine Street to the north and south and Broad Street and the Schuylkill River to the east and west, is home to many popular institutions

Economy

Germantown: New Grocery Store Provides Fresh Food for Community

January 28, 2014

Just last year, at the intersection of Chew Ave and Washington Lane, there was only a large vacant lot. Now, there is a supermarket in its place. After months of construction, a new Bottom Dollar

Economy

Germantown: Food Deserts Greatly Affect Philadelphia, Particularly the Northwest

January 28, 2014

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, define food deserts as “areas that lack access to affordable fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat milk and other foods that make up the full range of a healthy diet.” Most

Arts and Entertainment

Germantown: An Art Gallery Beautifies a Culture

January 28, 2014

“African-American art is good for everyone,” is the mission of Germantown’s October Gallery. For 28 years, the art gallery has engaging people in art. “It’s hard to say what we have exactly,” Monica Rocha, Gallery

Economy

Manayunk: Changes In The Catholic Community

January 27, 2014

Since 1682, when William Penn began what was called his “holy experiment,” Philadelphia has been a haven for those who practice the Catholic religion. In fact, according to the website for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia,

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