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Amateur Sports

South Philadelphia: Five Hobby Shops To Pique Your Interest

September 24, 2015Kathryn A Stellato

South Philadelphia is known for its diverse residents. It’s no surprise the area also has a wide range of specialty shops. Whether you’re new to the area, or a native who just wants to try

Fashion

Port Richmond: Five Community Businesses

September 24, 2015pnadmin and

Port Richmond is a close knit community, known for its large Polish and Irish immigrant population. That said, there is plenty of diversity within the borders of the region. This diversity is seen throughout the community

Arts and Entertainment

Fishtown: Five Fish to Catch Around the Neighborhood

September 24, 2015Khaliha Ina Hawkins and

Packed with bars, music venues and coffee shops, the community members of Fishtown are united by location, interests – and their love of fish. The community displays its slippery mascot in various ways throughout the

Arts and Entertainment

World Meeting of Families: The Festivities Begin …

September 24, 2015Kathryn A Stellato

The Pennsylvania Convention Center opened its doors this weekThe Festivities Begin as the World Meeting of Families officially began. Pilgrims from all over the world gathered in the Convention Center to check in, get their

Hunting Park

Hunting Park: 5 People Promoting Positivity in the Neighborhood

September 22, 2015pnadmin

In a community riddled with drug and gun violence, “positivity” isn’t the most popular term when walking through the streets of Hunting Park. These five individuals are trying to change that.   Donavon Harrison is a

5th Street

Olney: Pastor Helps Nourish the Community with Food Drives

September 21, 2015Rovell S Vialva

Pastor Joseph Randall has found fulfillment at Olney Baptist Church. Initially, he enrolled in the U.S. Navy where he planned to become a pilot. Despite his achievements, he felt something was lacking. He found renewed purpose

Powelton Village

Powelton Village: Seth Goren and a Legacy of Jewish Community Service

September 21, 2015pnadmin and

Rabbi Seth Goren is determined to help fix the world. The Mt. Airy native and son of a union organizer is no stranger to the fight for social justice. We sat down with him at

Economy

Manayunk: Acupuncture Practice Leads Community in Holistic Health

September 21, 2015Colleen Campbell and

The Manayunk Roxborough Acupuncture Clinic has been providing treatment of holistic medicine since 2008. Practitioner Dave Schiman works to deliver his clients affordable treatment options using a sliding scale system, while maintaining a wholesome, community

Health

Northern Liberties: Fitness Trainer Takes the Extra Steps to Bring Strength to Philadelphia

September 18, 2015pnadmin

John Edwin, founder of Strength Personal Training and co-owner of Strength Academy in Northern Liberties, works everyday to help people achieve a healthier lifestyle and reach out to the community around him and beyond. How did

Food

Germantown: Pastor David Fitzgerald Compels People to Christ

September 18, 2015pnadmin and

Whether it’s through feeding the homeless or counseling community members, Pastor David Fitzgerald stands out in the Germantown region. In an area facing a plethora of societal issues, namely poverty, the pastor actively seeks to

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