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West Philadelphia: A Hidden Gem of Activism

October 4, 2013

[vimeo 75108245] On Lancaster Avenue, stands a gated storefront with the acronym “LAVA” on a sign next to the door.  Many people pass by the storefront daily but few venture inside or even know that it

Religion

Spruce Hill: Local Business Gives Back to the Community

September 26, 2013

The early evening hours are often very busy for the kitchen staff at the Homewood Suites at 41st and Walnut streets. For three hours each day, from Monday through Thursday, the kitchen staff serves more than 200

Featured Stories

Mayfair: Flea Market Benefits St. Timothy’s Church

September 25, 2013

https://vimeo.com/74750641] St. Timothy’s Roman Catholic Church has a long and sacred history in Philadelphia. Located at Levick and Hawthorne streets, the parish has been the home of many worshippers in the Mayfair neighborhood since 1928.

Northeast Philadelphia

Tacony: Our Lady of Consolation Thriving After Merger With St. Leo’s

September 23, 2013

https://vimeo.com/74744939] In recent years, the merger of various Catholic schools in the region has made local headline news. But behind the scenes, the parishes that stand behind those schools are struggling as well. Some parishes

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Northeast: Convoy Philadelphia brings the Community together

September 23, 2013

https://vimeo.com/74682508] Convoy of Hope organized a massive event known as The Convoy Philadelphia on September 14th to bring the community together and provide them services. A nonprofit organization, Convoy of Hope works across America to

Religion

Spruce Hill: Philly Celebrates Pagan Pride at Clark Park

September 5, 2013

Philadelphia Pagan Pride hosted its first incorporated Pagan Pride Day at Clark Park last week on Aug. 31. Pagan Pride Day is a chance for Pagans, Wiccans, Heathens and other groups to celebrate shared traditions

Arts and Entertainment

Roxborough: Historic Parade of Sunday Schools and Churches Celebrate America, Faith and 183 Years of Tradition

July 3, 2013

https://vimeo.com/69622352] For many in our area, the Fourth of July is traditionally celebrated with afternoon backyard barbecues and nights spent gazing upward as fireworks illuminate the night sky. But for the residents of the 21st

Education

Germantown: Fear of Blight and Vagrancy Will Come With School Closure

July 1, 2013

[vimeo 69047802] The closings of both Germantown High and Robert Fulton Elementary School pose a serious concern to the community; residents fear the block becoming vacant in the heart of central Germantown will have a negative

Featured Stories

West Poplar: Helping Hand Rescue Mission Transforms the Lives of Those in Need

July 1, 2013

https://vimeo.com/69121007] Helping Hand Rescue Mission has given homeless and impoverished people within its community a chance to revitalize their lives through religion and its services. Located at 610 N. 6th St., the mission offers Thursday

Featured Stories

West Poplar: Children Find Hope for a Better Life at Helping Hand Rescue Mission

July 1, 2013

[vimeo 69121881] Founded in 1905, Helping Hand Rescue Mission is a place where those in the community can come together as one. Originally created to help the homeless, it has also become a way for children

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