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Hunting Park: Esperanza Trains Young Martial Artists

November 21, 2014

A line of children stood stiff as boards as Tony Gonzalez carefully examined their stances. Students who did not listen to instructions did pushups. Students who arrived late did pushups. No, this was not a

Crime

Education: Justice Served by Students at Youth Court in Strawberry Mansion

November 14, 2014

Formerly known as one of the most persistently dangerous schools in the state, Strawberry Mansion High School has seen changes, some of which include the implementation of a U.S. Attorney-backed youth court. “Youth courts are

Arts and Entertainment

Fishtown: A Haven for Female Musicians

November 13, 2014

Tucked away on Frankford Avenue, there is a movement growing where girls can tune their guitars as well as tune up their girl power. Girls Rock Philly is the neighborhood spot where girls, ages 9

Arts and Entertainment

Germantown: BuildaBridge Organization Paints New future for Residents

November 13, 2014

When a visitor travels into the City of Brotherly Love for the first time, there are two things they will always remember – the larger than life art that decorates the sides of our buildings

Arts and Entertainment

Center City: Illstyle & Peace Productions Dances to Spread Anti-Bullying Message

November 10, 2014

Some people dance for the love of the art while others dance to stay fit. Some people dance to make a living and others dance to let off steam. However, Illstyle & Peace Productions dances

Center City

Education: Offering Guidance and a Helping Hand to Homeless Students

November 7, 2014

During high school, Alfred Quarles (above) dreamed of becoming a chef and serving those living a luxurious lifestyle. Now he does the opposite, serving children in the School District of Philadelphia who lack the most basic necessities,

Education

Walnut Hill: Community Organization Creates a Green Space for Students

November 6, 2014

While the School District of Philadelphia’s budget cuts have caused many schools to close, the problems brought unity to one West Philadelphia neighborhood. When Alexander Wilson Elementary School closed last school year, most students were sent to

Education

Germantown: Neighborhood School Closing Builds Young Man for Future

October 30, 2014

In Northwest Philadelphia, a large and stately secondary school sits vacant, a Property for Sale sign on the front lawn where youth once dotted the landscape. A shopping cart with multicolored garment and trash bags is parked

Education

Mantua: Richard Purdie Looking For a Full House at Community Center

October 28, 2014

As president of the Mantua Haverford Community Center, Richard Purdie is the heart of the neighborhood. He saw Mantua’s need for a reliable and safe place where children could get away from crime on the

Education

Veterans Affairs: Diane Sandefur’s Passion, Patience and Leadership Guide Veterans Upward Bound Program

October 27, 2014

For people who choose a career in the field of serving those who have served our country, high levels of dedication and sacrifice come with the territory. Who would want to give anything less to

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