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The Archdiocese of Philadelphia faces a challenge with their ongoing Pastoral Planning Initiative project. The Initiative is set up to help decide whether parishes within the archdiocese have the resources needed to remain a vibrant

The different types of restaurants, shops and boutiques on Germantown Avenue underline the fact that Chestnut Hill has plenty to offer for everyone no matter what their background may be. For example, people who enjoy

Thousands of pro-immigration reform activists rallied in front of the U. S. capitol this week. Many activists said they were hoping that Congress would pass a comprehensive immigration law. The House and Senate are deciding

https://vimeo.com/63615967] It has been nearly 111 years since the last train stopped at the Philadelphia Zoo. Last week zoo officials announced a proposal to move forward with a plan to build a $60 million station at

[vimeo 63693541] The Fishtown Neighbors Association granted its support with a 173-55 vote Monday night to billionaire casino developer Steve Wynn’s proposal to build a resort and casino on the Delaware riverfront. Wynn’s $926 million proposal

Leaders and members of several organizations in South Philadelphia and around Greater Philadelphia met recently at the Mummers Museum, 1102 S. Second St., for the first Neighborhood Leadership Conference. “It’s a conversation between and among

https://vimeo.com/63525940] Just off Old York Road in Hunting Park sits a vacant house. Like many in the neighborhood, its story is one of neglect and crime. But this house is different–it’s over 200 years old.

[vimeo 63690989] Growing up on the 4100 block of North Reese Street in Hunting Park Maria Quiñones-Sánchez never dreamed that one day when she would serve as the top elected official in her community. She now holds