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. [continue reading…]
When Evan Cantiello moved to Overbrook, he became a part of the community and friend of Morris Park. [continue reading…]
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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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. [continue reading…]
The Overbrook Monarchs are committed to teaching maturity and leadership to the youth through football. [continue reading…]
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. [continue reading…]
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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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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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 [continue reading…]
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 [continue reading…]
Brown Sugar Bakery & Cafe is a cozy Trinidadian restaurant in West Philadelphia dedicated to upholding the best of Caribbean culture.
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