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Crime

Haddington: Lack of Reentry Agencies Leaves City to Fill the Gap

April 16, 2013

Every day, an average of 87 prisoners from the Philadelphia County Jail are released back into Philadelphia. For many of those freed, their return to jail is inevitable. The risk of returning to prison greatly

Arts and Entertainment

Al Día: Chilean Artist Creates Art in Philadelphia

April 16, 2013

[vimeo 64066183] Jacqueline Unanue is a Chilean artist who creates art influenced by her ancestors, research and exploration that she has gathered throughout the years. Unanue was born in Chile and recently became a nationalized citizen

Crime

Overbrook: Teen Death Sets Back Struggle to Change Neighborhood Image

April 12, 2013

[vimeo 63675884] Tragedy struck the Tustin Recreation Center Thursday afternoon when 17-year-old Bernard Scott was caught in the crossfire of gunshots that erupted during a fight on 59th and Lancaster. Scott was an innocent bystander, police said. Scott staggered

Arts and Entertainment

University City: ArtWell Programs Inspire Youth

April 12, 2013

ArtWell, formerly known as the Arts and Spirituality Center, teaches students to use art and communication to help combat the personal struggles of everyday life. The nonprofit organization, located at 3723 Chestnut St., works with

Neighborhoods

Overbrook: Catholic Church Merges Three Parishes

April 12, 2013

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia faces a challenge with their ongoing Pastoral Planning Initiative project. The Initiative is set up to help decide whether parishes within the archdiocese have the resources needed to remain a vibrant

Mantua

Mantua: Proposed Train Station Could Attract Visitors From Surrounding Areas

April 11, 2013

https://vimeo.com/63615967] It has been nearly 111 years since the last train stopped at the Philadelphia Zoo. Last week zoo officials announced a proposal to move forward with a plan to build a $60 million station at

Walnut Hill

Walnut Hill: Organization Brings Awareness to the Community about Education Quality in Prison

April 10, 2013

https://vimeo.com/63614241]   The prison population has increased in the United States over the past 30 years. Each day, about 200 new jail cells are constructed. According to prison statistics from Hearts and Minds, most inmates come

University City

Axis Philly: University City Homeowners Reflect on Politics of Relief Measures

April 9, 2013

Residents of University City discuss their projected tax increases and how it will affect their political positions.

Students Kyle and Maxwell Lapsley in their hockey gear
Cobbs Creek

Cobbs Creek: Children Relish Year-Round Hockey and Skating

April 7, 2013

Bundled up in a camel coat, a rainbow scarf and a tan hat, Faatima Edmonds held open the gate to the ice. “My baby’s pants are falling down!” she hollered across the ice to one

Cobbs Creek

Cobbs Creek: Award-Winning Block is Source of Pride for Residents

April 5, 2013

Diane Newby has lived on the 6000 Block of Carpenter Street since 1972. “There aren’t many blocks like this here in the city, believe me,” she said. The quiet, tree-lined block in Cobbs Creek is notable for

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