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

November 17, 2014

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

Featured Stories

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

November 14, 2014

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

Crime

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

November 14, 2014

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

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Mayfair: Community Care of the Northeast Keeps Seniors Independent

November 14, 2014

Jeannette Kurzenberger is 96 years old. She is a Mayfair resident and has lived in the same home for 74 years. Since the passing of her husband, Kurzenberger lives alone. To many, the idea of

Arts and Entertainment

Fishtown: A Haven for Female Musicians

November 13, 2014

Tucked away on Frankford Avenue, there is a movement growing where girls can tune their guitars as well as tune up their girl power. Girls Rock Philly is the neighborhood spot where girls, ages 9

Arts and Entertainment

Germantown: BuildaBridge Organization Paints New future for Residents

November 13, 2014

When a visitor travels into the City of Brotherly Love for the first time, there are two things they will always remember – the larger than life art that decorates the sides of our buildings

Featured Stories

Port Richmond: Block Cleaning Unites Community

November 13, 2014

The sounds of brooms, shovels, brushes and laughter filled the streets early Saturday morning. The neighborhood that is usually quietly waking up was wide-awake and cleaning their block. With a bit of planning from the

Queen Village

Queen Village: History of Old Swedes Shapes Its Future

November 12, 2014

When William Penn was designing Philadelphia, he mapped out his ideal city by using a grid system. Modern day Philadelphia greatly differs from Franklin’s plans but his first assigned plot of land remains in existence

Economy

Old City: Philly’s First All Women’s Co-Working Space Opens

November 12, 2014

The Hive, a women’s only co-working space located in Old City, recently opened its doors for its first community event. In honor of  Boss’s Day, about two dozen dressed-for-success women gathered at 222B Race Street,

Arts and Entertainment

South Philadelphia: The Guy Behind Your Sexiest Nights Out

November 11, 2014

Last call in Philly doesn’t mean the party has to stop. The Republican, a dive bar in South Philly, doesn’t have a sign and doesn’t post their hours outside. They are open from Wednesday through Sunday

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