The pain of losing a child is every parent’s worst nightmare particularly when senseless violence is the culprit. Eight of the 331 murders in Philadelphia during 2012 struck children ages zero-17, with another 22 homicides [continue reading…]
The Overbrook Monarch Athletic Association takes competition to a deeper level. These young athletes are much more than a group of kids playing games. They are dedicated athletes who have successfully won numerous trophies and [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/59469218] Long hallways lined with student lounges and study areas can be seen upon entering International House Philadelphia, located at 37th and Chestnut streets. Groups of people gather eating lunch while others are tucked away [continue reading…]
City Council’s Committee on Rules held a public hearing yesterday on an ordinance amending sections of Philadelphia’s zoning code that deal with sign controls. Last fall, the Zoning Code Commission purposely kept the sign regulations [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/52979225] Doris Berris, of 1531 N. Ninth St., set up a community garden on a vacant lot across the street from her North Philadelphia home nearly three years ago. That garden produced nearly a ton [continue reading…]
[vimeo 53122880] People with disabilities are a large but largely overlooked minority group in America. The desires for employment among people with disabilities are no different from other groups. The Inglis Community Employment Services offers people [continue reading…]
Soundslide: Aspiring Football Player Discusses Fitness Goals https://vimeo.com/53028605] The road to being fit isn’t an easy one. It requires dedication and the ability to push yourself. “The hardest thing about getting in shape is getting [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/52348653] If you are looking for a multicultural experience when attending church Ss. Agatha and James Parish on 38th and Chestnut Sts. is a good place to find such an experience. This Catholic church’s website [continue reading…]
[vimeo 53040146] The Dirt Factory in University City keeps tons of waste materials out of landfills thus reducing City Hall’s costs for disposal. Located at 4300 Market St. this community composting facility closes the loop on [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/52892119] Many Philadelphians are familiar with the constant struggle between Drexel University and Powelton Village. The cause of the well documented fights are almost always concerning the university’s attempts to expand its campus and Powelton [continue reading…]
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