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Politics: Meet Philly’s Future Leaders

February 16, 2015 0

Millennials are driving Philadelphia’s growth. Events like the Forbes Under 30 Summit, returning to Philadelphia this fall, highlight the accomplishments of the city’s young residents. Despite the success of this group of Philadelphians, the average age [continue reading…]

City Hall

City Hall: Al Schmidt Says, “You Don’t Have an Excuse Not to Vote.”

February 9, 2015 0

  Elections are the foundation of a democratic society. While it might seem as though elections just come together, in reality a tremendous amount of work is required to make them happen. City Commissioner Al [continue reading…]

5th Street

South Philadelphia: Voices of Violence

December 19, 2014 0

For five years, Trang Dang has been labeled a victim. “For me, the definition is very hazy,” she said. “But people have always identified me as a victim of violence, so I was like, ‘OK, [continue reading…]

City Hall

Education: Without Counselors, Students in Philadelphia Face A Challenging Path

December 9, 2014 0

Being a teenager in high school is complicated, but being a teenager in a Philadelphia public school can been even more challenging. Trying to juggle classes, homework, a personal life and then college applications on [continue reading…]

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Food

West Oak Lane: Councilwoman Joins NFL Alum at Thanksgiving Turkey Drive

December 8, 2014 0

https://vimeo.com/113676688] Councilwoman Cindy Bass held a Turkey Drive on Nov. 5 for the constituents of the 8th District. Raheem Brock, a former NFL player for the Indianapolis Colts and native Philadelphia, helped Bass distribute more than [continue reading…]

Center City

North Philadelphia: PURP Leads Protest After Ferguson Grand Jury Decision

November 26, 2014 1

On the evening of the grand jury’s decision in St. Louis to not bring charges against police officer Darren Wilson for the shooting death of Michael Brown in August, protests took place in cities across the [continue reading…]

Center City

Education: Offering Guidance and a Helping Hand to Homeless Students

November 7, 2014 0

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, [continue reading…]

Center City

City Hall: Long Road Ahead For New Manufacturing Chief

October 3, 2014 0

Michael Cooper was recently appointed director of the Office of Manufacturing and Industry for the City of Philadelphia, working out of the Commerce Department. He left his role as vice president of market development for the “quasi [continue reading…]

Economy

Newbold: Mr. Longacre’s Neighborhood

May 30, 2014 0

Conjure up an image of the average incoming Newboldian, and you just might get a vision of someone like Jeff Goldman. Goldman, upon approach in a crowd of The Pharmacy rock-concert patrons that looks akin [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Latino Philadelphia: 5 People Making a Difference

May 16, 2014 Neil D. Ortiz 0

Father Bruce Lewandowski (above), Vicar for Cultural Ministries, Archdiocese of Philadelphia. For the past three years Father Bruce Lewandowski has overseen the Office for Hispanic Catholics as the Vicar for Cultural Ministries at the Archdiocese [continue reading…]

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