https://vimeo.com/94476692] The intersection known simply as Cottman and Frankford is one of the most well known street crossings in Mayfair. But just two blocks northeast on the 7300 block of Frankford Avenue sit three of [continue reading…]
The recipient of the second Philadelphia casino license has yet to be named by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board. While a second casino could increase tax revenue for the city, it is unclear what will [continue reading…]
Jerome Shabazz opened the Environmental & Arts Education Center in 2006. This was when he witnessed the positive effect hands-on experiences had on students of the Overbrook community. Interacting first with the school district, Shabazz [continue reading…]
“Aint nobody helping us,” said Toni Ross, a Logan resident since 1971, motioning towards the gated community garden in the middle of North 12th Street. “Give us some goods and services. They [the City of [continue reading…]
The Allegheny West Foundation has a huge influence on the community today. From housing and commercial development plans to orchestrating youth programs, the organization has a hand in everything. The foundation has teamed up with many organizations throughout [continue reading…]
Anika Dixon knew Quintin Cliett before the music videos and the editor’s desk. She met “QUE The Rapper” when he was studying communications at Lincoln University. “My roommate went to high school with him,” [continue reading…]
In a city crawling with food trucks and fast food restaurants there exists an active, bustling community of health and wellness practitioners working towards changing social attitudes and health patterns in Philadelphia. Nutritionists, activist filmmakers, [continue reading…]
Philadelphians pursue health and wellness in a variety of ways. Trends come and go as people try new things and officials implement new laws to help keep people fit. Here are a few things you might not [continue reading…]
Overbrook is small geographically, but it’s booming with organizations and facilities that help promote progress and positive vibes throughout the neighborhood. Here are four people who want to make a difference in Overbrook. 1. Coach Bob Miller (above) [continue reading…]
The cafeteria of the Klein Jewish Community Center was packed on April 23 as Wal-Mart representatives handed a $50,000 check to Klein JCC to help fund its various meal programs. The check presentation was paired up with [continue reading…]
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