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Germantown: The History and Aftermath of Germantown High School

May 4, 2015

For ninety-nine years, students attended and graduated from Germantown High School. The building’s intimidating pillars, strong iron gates and vast expanse could lead the unknowing viewer to believe that the school was untouchable. A 2013

Amateur Sports

Strawberry Mansion: Fitville Offers DIY Outdoor Exercise Equipment, Training

May 4, 2015

With summer approaching, more people will be taking their fitness outside, be it in parks or on the streets, on bikes or on feet. But if you’re searching for somewhere out of the ordinary to

Burholme

Far Northeast: Change in Districts Means New Representation for Some Residents

May 4, 2015

In 2016, Philadelphia will be going through a change. City Council districts will be changing and bringing areas under new direction and jurisdiction. The Councilmanic Districts bill, passed in 2011 by City Council, states the

Amateur Sports

Mantua: Rabbit Run Promotes Exercise as Medicine for Parkinson’s Patients

May 1, 2015

Jodi Cianci is serious about her workouts. She trains as if her life depended on it – because it does. “I treat my exercise like a doctor’s appointment,” Cianci said. Cianci was diagnosed with Parkinson’s

Center City

Center City: ‘Philadelphia Is Baltimore’ Rally Floods Streets

May 1, 2015

Around the world, demonstrations are taking place in support of the Baltimore protestors and to highlight police brutality and racial issues in their own cities in the wake of the Freddie Gray death. Yesterday, hundreds

Fishtown

Port Richmond: ‘River Wards Cafe’ and Apartments Coming to Richmond Street

April 30, 2015

When Joe Livewell uncovered the “ghost sign” beneath the plaster, a hand-painted advertisement of a boy holding bread, it solidified the fact that Richmond Street was once a place for foot traffic, a place where ads,

Crime

Kensington: A Lot Of Heart Has Gone Into Revitalizing A Community

April 30, 2015

In the heart of Kensington, one corporation has made it its mission to be a source of hope to everyone, from children to veterans to recently released inmates. The multitude of projects currently in development are

Arts and Entertainment

Passyunk: Nightowls on the Avenue Help Keep Crime Down

April 30, 2015

Witnesses are bad for crime, so streets packed with potential witnesses are not good settings to commit one, even if it is at night. This is one of the many factors that combine to help

Arts and Entertainment

Mantua: Traction Company Gives Artists a Place to Work Together

April 29, 2015

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average change for all occupations is projected to be an 11 percent increase from 2012 to 2022. However, they expect a 1 percent decrease in professional artists. The

Neighborhoods

Passyunk: Animal Lovers Find Pet Friendly Options in South Philadelphia Neighborhood

April 29, 2015

Anyone with a pet will tell you that Fluffy is more than just an animal. They are a member of the family. And just like a new parent is willing to pay more for the

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