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Health

Waterfront: Five Outdoor Activities to Experience

September 25, 2014

When William Penn first laid out his plan for Philadelphia, the famous founder realized the importance of parks to not only flee to in case of emergency, but also to escape from the rigors of

Patty McClosky discusses her plans to change her community with her group "Port Richmond on Patrol."
Crime

Port Richmond: For Patty McCloskey, Building a Community is No Walk in the Park

September 24, 2014

A group of teenagers are creating serious problems for the residents of Port Richmond, said Patty McCloskey. She said consuming alcohol, doing drugs and trashing the park are a few of the localized problems that can

Arts and Entertainment

Bella Vista: Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens Are a Force For Change

September 24, 2014

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (at right), located at 1020 South St, has stood as a visual staple in the community for years. Education and Outreach Manager Olivia Edlund (above) has been working off and on at the

Health

South Philadelphia: CHASE Away Diabetes Foundation is Raising Awareness in The Community

September 23, 2014

Courtney Young’s life was turned upside-down when her son, Chase, was diagnosed with type one diabetes at the age of three. She and her family started raising money almost two years ago to fight diabetes

Center City

Center City: The Veterans Advisory Commission, a One-stop Shop for Vets

September 23, 2014

On the door to Room 127 on the ground floor of City Hall, the “5 p.m.” closing time sign is peeling off. Scott Brown, director of the Veterans Advisory Commission, leads the agency established by

Arts and Entertainment

Queen Village: The Philly Art Center Offers a Safe Environment to Take Risks and Learn

September 23, 2014

If anybody walked through South Philadelphia, it’s easy to see why Philadelphia seems to be well known as an art scene as of late thanks to mosaic glass walls and building-length murals. Across the street

Food

Waterfront: Five Cheesesteak Shops Along and Around Columbus Boulevard

September 22, 2014

Philadelphia civilization began along the waterfront. The Delaware River helped grow and sustain the city over the years. Right along the waterfront is where some of Philadelphia’s best cheesesteak shops are located, which are, arguably, also

Poverty

Veterans’ Affairs: Helping Veterans Advocate For Themselves

September 19, 2014

Philadelphia Veterans House, located at the western edge of University City, is equipped with a porch deck large enough to fit four vets. The front yard is complete with a twenty-foot tall flagpole flying the

Arts and Entertainment

Chinatown North/Loft District: “The Arts and Culture Scene is One of the Foundations in This Area,” says Gary Reuben

September 19, 2014

As a real-estate developer and architect, Gary Reuben (above) can be found making a living through his work as the owner and operator of the Wolf Building, on Callowhill at 12th Street. After purchasing the building

Education

Olde Kensington: Q&A with Abdur Rahman, Principal of Al-Aqsa Islamic Academy

September 18, 2014

Al-Aqsa Islamic Academy is a private school for Muslims that was established in 1996 in Olde Kensington. Currently, the principal of the school is Abdur Rahman Crumpton, a resident of the North Philadelphia area for

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