Neighborhoods

Peter Sey, 22, a resident of North Philadelphia, is a graduate of Olney Charter High School, class of 2021. He is part of a family of four, including his parents and younger sister. Sey’s mother

Philadelphia City Council Moves Forward with 76ers’ $1.3 Billion Arena Proposal Philadelphia City Council has taken a key step toward approving the construction of a new $1.3 billion basketball arena in Center City. On December

STRAWBERRY MANSION — Coming up around the bend of North 33rd St and into the gateway of Strawberry Mansion, the ghost of John Coltrane will be there to greet you. The rowhome where the legendary

The largest and longest-running homeless shelter in Philadelphia is prioritizing creating a long-term plan for homeless men in the city.

Muralists across the Philadelphia area go unrecognized for their workday in and day out. Society tends to overlook the meanings behind the murals they pass each day. Joseph Dougherty, a Dougherty Electric electrician has another talent

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that as of 2023, households in the Philadelphia metropolitan area spend an average of $86,509 a year on housing, food, transportation, and other goods and services. The consumer

In East Kensington, a neighborhood facing rapid gentrification, community-driven restaurants have emerged as vital social spaces, helping to bridge the gap between long-time residents and newer arrivals. Local spots like OG’s Pizza, Little Walter’s, Forin

This program, called PB&J, teaches local youth how to safely cook–and get paid for it.