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Point Breeze: Longtime Community Leader Sees Value in Helping Neighbors

March 2, 2016Santina R Pescatore

If you ever drive through Point Breeze and see a light on between 1 and 2 a.m., it might be a night owl finishing up the newest Netflix series. Or it could be Nate Chatmon,

West Kensington: Peace Corps Alumnus Continues Work With Latino Community

March 2, 2016Coleen Mary O'Hara and James M. Kirn

Entering the Norris Square Neighborhood Project (NSNP) is an experience in itself. With bright colors, the side-by-side row homes create a place that becomes a safe haven for youth in Kensington. Through numerous after-school programs, garden

Southwest Philadelphia: Morris Home Provides Trans-Affirming Residency For Rehabilitation

March 1, 2016Allison Anne Merchant and

Morris Home, located in Southwest Philadelphia, is a haven for individuals seeking refuge. The three-floored residence maintains a drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility specifically for transgender individuals. Started in 2011, the organization’s growth reflects the

Point Breeze: Owners Say Dogs Ain’t Misbehavin’ After Time at Philly Pack

March 1, 2016Miranda L Greenberg and

Krista Milito and Jeremy Burger met at a dog walking company when they were both dubbed the “go-to” people for misbehaving dogs. Recognizing their gifts for dealing with rowdy canines, the two founded The Philly

Burholme: André Porter Helps Create Community with ‘Where Itz At’ Radio

March 1, 2016Ashley Rose Kane and

Hunched over the rectangular fold-up table in the back corner of Chase’s Hop Shop, 35-year-old Jamaican immigrant André Porter carefully adjusted the position of his laptop, its stand, and the soundboard in preparation for his

North Central: Lynn Dorwaldt Uncovers History at the Wagner Institute

March 1, 2016Victoria G Mier and

Lynn Dorwaldt has always loved puzzles. “Word puzzles, crossword puzzles, logic puzzles,” she said. “I love the journey of trying to find the answer to something.” Dorwaldt, the librarian at the Wagner Free Institute of

Graduate Hospital: Friends of Chester Arthur Builds Community Through School Improvements

February 29, 2016Taylor Lauren Farnsworth and

The Chester A. Arthur School, nestled on the 2000 block between Catherine and Christian streets in the quiet neighborhood of Graduate Hospital, is not what you would call a “typical” public school in Philadelphia. Behind

Fishtown: PSPCA Turns Art Into Activism

February 29, 2016Brittany R Boston and

Renee Beaucheane is a longtime animal rights activist. In addition to working professionally with the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PSPCA) in Fishtown, much of her personal time is devoted to animal-rights-related causes.

South Philadelphia: Commanding Officer Praises Sense of Community in the 3rd District

February 29, 2016Patricia N Madej and

Frank Milillo grew up playing on the streets of South Philadelphia. Now, as the commanding officer of the 3rd Police District, he watches over them. Milillo’s district stretches south of Lombard Street and east of Broad

South Philadelphia: What’s Brewing? Coffee — And Plenty Of It

February 29, 2016Claire L Sasko and

In the neighborhoods east of Broad Street and south of Washington Avenue are a handful of coffee shops that are no more than 10 years old. They’re not Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks, but they’re staffed