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Where To: Buy Crypto at ATMs in Philadelphia

June 25, 2022 Jordan C Kligman 0

With rising popularity in crypto, Bitcoin ATMs are emerging throughout Philadelphia as a simple and safe way to purchase Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for those who may not be as tech savvy. [Read More]

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Fishtown: Local Woman Started Stash Spot as an Easy Place for Neighbors to Receive Deliveries

June 6, 2022 Kimmey, Aliyah G 0

Debbie Anday started Stash Spot in March to hopefully solve an issue that has become more common since the start of the pandemic: people stealing unattended packages from resident’s porches and stoops. These so-called “porch pirates” are rarely caught, but frustrate residents regardless.  [Read More]

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Carroll Park: Mother and Daughter Duo Share Horticultural Passion at Plant & People

May 30, 2022 Kennedy June Feindt 1

Plant and People is a small plant nursery located at 1431 N 52nd St. Run by mother-daughter duo Cherron Perry Thomas and Alma Thomas, Plant and People is a Black-owned, family-owned, woman-owned business with a goal to make plants accessible in Philadelphia. [Read More]

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Business: Collecting History at the Philadelphia Flea Market

May 20, 2022 Kennedy June Feindt 0

At the Philadelphia Flea Market, vendors share unique histories behind the artifacts and antiques they acquire and sell. [Read More]

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Germantown: Kitchen Garden Brings Neighbors, Community Into the Farm

May 13, 2022 Jonaira M South 0

The Germantown Kitchen Garden, established in 2008, was inspired by Amanda Staples’ desire for easy access to fresh and organically grown vegetables. Now, shoppers at the garden find a plant nursery, vegetables grown in a humid greenhouse, and a sense of community. [Read More]

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Mt. Airy: Nesting House Offers Families Community Alongside Affordable, Cute Clothes

April 18, 2022 Jonaira M South 0

Jennifer Kinka started the store so moms could buy quality items for themselves and their children without spending too much money. [Read More]

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Frankford: ‘Reimaging’ Project on Paul Street Nears Completion

April 15, 2022 Matt Strout 0

The initial step towards the park was in 2013 when “Destination Frankford,” an arts-based plan that was included in the city of Philadelphia planning commission’s 2035 plan, was announced. [Read More]

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Mount Airy: Buddha Babe Boutique Sells Children’s Clothes and Community

March 18, 2022 Josephina Abigail Lomorticello 0

The inspiration for Buddha Babe—a baby and children’s boutique located at the corner of Emlen Street and Mt. Pleasant Avenue in West Mount Airy that sells sells luxury baby products ranging from bibs, to children’s [Read More]

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Center City: How a Reading Terminal Market Flower Vendor Adapted to the Pandemic

March 11, 2022 Jonaira M South 0

To get a perspective on how COVID-19 affected business owners/vendors at Reading Terminal Market, I spoke to Sidney Poor, owner of Market Blooms, a flower and garden supply shop. [Read More]

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Mt. Airy: I Spy, You Buy Holds Hidden Gems

December 1, 2021 Bibiana Correa 0

At 8 years old, Dolly Park was already her own personal stylist. She’d go to the thrift store and pick up the most unique pieces they had to offer because the last thing she wanted [Read More]

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