Environment
Overbrook: Evan Cantiello Restarts Friends of Morris Park
When Evan Cantiello moved to Overbrook, he became a part of the community and friend of Morris Park. [Read More]
West Philadelphia
Environment
Environment: What Philadelphia Residents Should Look Out for When Applying for a Street Tree Permit
Getting a street tree planted is not as simple as applying for a permit and a tree appearing. Built-in barriers, block structure and location all have the potential to hinder the process for Philadelphia residents.
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Arts and Entertainment
Environment: UC Green Uses Instagram as a Creative New Way to Help Raise Money for Tree Planting in West and Southwest Philadelphia
UC Green auctioned off dozens of local art pieces and experiences on the Arbor and Art Instagram page to help raise money for their ongoing mission of planting trees and creating a greener Philadelphia. [Read More]
Amateur Sports
Overbrook: Youth Football Program Guides Kids on the Field and Off the Streets
The Overbrook Monarchs are committed to teaching maturity and leadership to the youth through football. [Read More]
Amateur Sports
West Philadelphia: YMCA Acts as Community Safe for Local Residents
The West Philadelphia YMCA is providing those in the neighborhood with a safe space to exercise, play sports, and even get a COVID-19 test. [Read More]
Amateur Sports
Amateur Sports: Philadelphia Freeze Return to the Ice After Missing 2020 Season Due to COVID-19
The Philadelphia Freeze, a women’s ice hockey team based out of University City, returned to the ice on Oct. 2 after its 2020 season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Amateur Sports
West Philadelphia: How One Organization Uses Baseball to Teach Sportsmanship and Life Lessons to Players From Diverse Backgrounds
The 48th and Woodland playground has served as the field for many youth baseball players. Regardless of race, gender, and economic status, PAYSA has created a home for everyone within the West Philadelphia community.
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COVID-19
COVID-19: Philadelphia Muslims Celebrate Another Ramadan During COVID-19
Story by Rjaa Ahmed Tifrah Aktar, a 27-year-old resident of West Philadelphia, fondly recalled spending Ramadan growing up in various parts of the U.S. Akhtar eagerly looks forward to celebrating the holy month every year [Read More]
COVID-19
University City: Protestors Gather to Demand Global COVID-19 Vaccine Access
Story by Rjaa Ahmed “COVID don’t respect no borders,” Anh Nguyen, a local organizer, shouted at a crowd of roughly 50 protesters and spectators who gathered outside Amtrak’s 30th Street Station. “Why should we?” the [Read More]
Food
West Philadelphia: A Sweet Spot for a Taste of Home
Brown Sugar Bakery & Cafe is a cozy Trinidadian restaurant in West Philadelphia dedicated to upholding the best of Caribbean culture.
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