Neighborhoods

In a push to get local residents more involved in the environmental state of the community, Sustainable 19125 held a rain barrel workshop in East Kensington. It was organized to get the word out about

The call came into Rev. Francis Gwiazda’s office at 12:30 p.m. Thursday informing him that St. Laurentius would remain open. The school was one of three archdiocese schools that appealed the impending closures and won.

https://vimeo.com/36649758] When it comes to finding fresh and healthy food options in one of Philadelphia’s communities, one grocery retailer stands out as a health-food oasis. Produce Junction, 2241 Bryn Mawr Ave., offers local residents an

Orissa Adams, the dean of students at the William D. Kelley School, is working to provide her students with as many resources as possible while on a limited budget. She was recently awarded a $500 grant toward

Maryelis Santiago recently realized that many young girls might not be able to afford prom attire due to financial shortcomings. Hoping that girls may get the dresses they deserve, Santiago has formed a prom dress

https://vimeo.com/36704842] Doris Flamer may be retired, but she still has a hectic commute. Every weekday, Flamer drives eight children to five different West Philadelphia schools in her royal-blue van. The retiree, a resident of Wynnefield

The potential historical district designation for Overbrook Farms may affect a Catholic church that has been a part of the neighborhood for more than 100 years. While the Philadelphia Historical Commission has recently led discussions

Comcast, the largest home Internet provider, is having a difficult time bridging the digital divide in Kensington. Introduced last fall, Comcast’s Internet Essentials program aims to provide low-income families with home Internet access for $9.95