Neighborhoods

Tired of both the problems confronting black males in Philadelphia and the problems caused by some black males Bilal Qayyum decided to do more to make a positive change. In 1989 Qayyum founded the Father’s [continue reading…]

Jose Toledo has owned and operated Lawrence Bakery Inc. at the corner of West Girard Avenue and Lawrence Street for more than 18 years. He and his wife Gloria took over from a previous owner [continue reading…]

Smoking is not something that is widely accepted by many people in public as the smell may be too much for them to handle. But do not fret as the Xhale Smokeshop and Cigar Lounge [continue reading…]

Exercise is a prominent part of the lives of many residents in the Cedar Park area. With many establishments promoting fitness and health, and recreational parks and centers encouraging healthy practices, many residents have learned [continue reading…]

The Salvation Army Kroc Corps Community Center, which is located at 4200 Wissahickon Ave., is a recreational place where community residents are offered many opportunities. The $72 million community center opened last November. The center [continue reading…]

Last Wednesday, a single file line extended from one end of the food table to the entrance doors. It was taco night at Wednesday at Wyoming and those who were not waiting in line sat [continue reading…]

Jean’s Crafts has been in the neighborhood for more than 25 years. The local craft store has stood at its current location, at 2363 E. Allegheny Ave., for 12 years and serves residents of Port Richmond, [continue reading…]

[soundslide url=”https://smcsites.com/soundslides/uploads/su11westoaklanejazzfest” height=500 width=600] Sharing the desire for the glory of the jazz age, nine students from the Central High School Jazz Band performed on stage at this year’s West Oak Lane Jazz and Arts [continue reading…]