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University City: Catholic Church Embraces Change Expanding Services to Serve Faithful

November 9, 2012

https://vimeo.com/52348653] If you are looking for a multicultural experience when attending church Ss. Agatha and James Parish on 38th and Chestnut Sts. is a good place to find such an experience. This Catholic church’s website

West Philadelphia

West Philadelphia: Stormwater Plan Provides Opportunites

November 9, 2012

[vimeo 53075691] The Philadelphia Water Department’s Green City Clean Waters program is simply good business. There are multiple reasons that this statement rings true, starting with the positive impact that increased green infrastructure will have on

Sustainability

University City: The Dirt Factory Keeps the Neighborhood Green

November 9, 2012

[vimeo 53040146] The Dirt Factory in University City keeps tons of waste materials out of landfills thus reducing City Hall’s costs for disposal. Located at 4300 Market St. this community composting facility closes the loop on

Education

Haddington: Haddington Multi Services for Older Adults Brings Seniors Together

November 7, 2012

[vimeo:https://vimeo.com/52951427] Seniors in the Haddington section of Philadelphia recently attended the first annual Gospel Festival, hosted by the neighborhood’s Multi Services for Older Adults. Sudell Black, president of the choir, organized the festival. “I was chosen

Crime

Powelton Village: An Act of Solidarity in Harsh Times

November 6, 2012

https://vimeo.com/52892119] Many Philadelphians are familiar with the constant struggle between Drexel University and Powelton Village. The cause of the well documented fights are almost always concerning the university’s attempts to expand its campus and Powelton

West Philadelphia

Overbrook: Cobbs Creek Golf Course Has A Unique History

October 29, 2012

In the world of meticulously manicured greenery at private golf courses and well-heeled  country clubs municipally owned golf courses typically offer a poor comparison, often appearing dull and worn-out. The Cobbs Creek Golf Course is

Education

Overbrook Park: Teenagers in Charge Provides Positive Growth for Teens

October 29, 2012

An ideal Saturday morning for most teenagers likely consists of sleeping late, watching television and possibly catching up on the latest Facebook gossip.  But the members of Teenagers in Charge are not among the average.

Arts and Entertainment

Mantua: Fourth-Generation Artist Brings Color to the Community

October 28, 2012

Rebecca Rose is a fourth-generation artist who is following in her family’s footsteps in the hope of adding a splash of color to Mantua. With a degree in art and education, Rose has taken over

Featured Stories

East Parkside: Viola Street Working to Improve the Community

October 25, 2012

With East Parkside known widely for attractions like the Mann Center, the Please Touch Museum and Fairmount Park, the small side streets in this community are typically overlooked. The 4200 block of Viola Street proves

Housing

Wynnefield: Gainor Road is More of a Family Than a Block

October 25, 2012

https://vimeo.com/51228209] At first glance, the 5600 block of Gainor Road, may seem just like any other block in Philadelphia. Residents on this block work on their lawns, pick up trash and tend to their gardens

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