Coming from Puerto Rico, Centro’s Executive Director, Maribel Lozada Arzuaga, came to Philadelphia when she was 18 years old. She first joined Centro as a dance instructor of traditional Puerto Rican dances in 2009. Later, [continue reading…]
As they try to do a good deed, volunteers in Centro worry about the lack of resources for the children they serve.
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Lack of resources takes control over Centro as they try to move forward with their goals for children and their cultural development. [continue reading…]
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. [continue reading…]
At the Philadelphia Flea Market, vendors share unique histories behind the artifacts and antiques they acquire and sell. [continue reading…]
For decades, Philadelphia has tried to rehabilitate vacant properties to create affordable housing options, but progress has stalled — and it’s not for lack of redevelopment efforts. [continue reading…]
Hatboro Dish, an 80-seat restaurant in Hatboro, Pennsylvania, has struggled financially over the past year, but recently received financial help from the Barstool Fund. [continue reading…]
Concerned citizens and advocates met with Philadelphia City Council members recently to demand wealthy nonprofits in the city, especially universities, pay their fair share of property taxes. Nonprofits don’t pay property taxes but often make [continue reading…]
Adam Leiter answers questions on how the East Passyunk Avenue has handled COVID-19. [continue reading…]
In a hearing on Philadelphia’s path towards economic recovery, testimony from officials stressed plans to make the new economy more fair. [continue reading…]
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