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Northeast: Five Cheesesteaks That Rival South Philly’s

June 5, 2017Kristof Phillips and

South Philadelphia is not the only the neighborhood to get Philly’s famous steak sandwich. Hidden within the Northeast’s sprawling landscape of mini shopping malls you can find five cheesesteaks that rival their South Philly brethren, like,

Mantua: Neighborhood Bike Works Provides Mobility and Independence

June 1, 2017James McCormick and

Neighborhood Bike Works’ Summer Camp has grown significantly since its humble beginnings in 1996, now providing both kids and adults practical mechanical skills, development opportunities and the empowerment and ownership of a bicycle. The nonprofit bike education program,

Powelton Village: Five Churches Supporting the Community

May 31, 2017James McCormick and

The Powelton Village section of West Philadelphia is known for housing a unique blend of students, artists and activists but it is also home to a rich tapestry of religious organizations. One three-block stretch of

Northern Liberties: Zoning Chairman Has Watched the Neighborhood Improve for 31 years

May 31, 2017Morgan D Green and

Larry Freedman has been living in Northern Liberties since 1986. Back then, there was barely even a store to buy a quart of milk. Today, many properties are worth more than one million dollars. As

Mount Airy: Redevelopment Projects Look to Eliminate Blight, Improve Livelihood of Historic Neighborhood

May 30, 2017Ryan Wallen and

Dating back to the 1680s, when it was a just small part of Germantown, the neighborhood of Mount Airy has a rich history that has shaped the diverse and tight-knit community that it is today.

Northwest Philadelphia: Jumpstart Germantown Looks to Revitalize the Community One Property at a Time

May 30, 2017Ryan Wallen and

Jumpstart Germantown is a redevelopment program that was established in April, 2014 by Mount Airy real estate developer Ken Weinstein. The organization tackles the problems of blighted properties in the Northwest by training a new generation

Wissahickon: Nation’s Third-Oldest Canoe Club Treads On

May 23, 2017Mariam Dembele and

The Wissahickon area features a little known gem that has remained afloat for more than a century. Philadelphia Canoe Club, open since 1905, is the third oldest paddling club in the United States. The club

Northwest Philadelphia: Bee Population Declines Despite BeeKeeping’s Rise In Popularity

May 22, 2017Fletcher Jones and

Meet Adam Schreiber, one of the many Philadelphians who has fallen in love with beekeeping. Schreiber got his start with beekeeping nearly eight years ago in 2009 when a friend recommended the hobby to him.

Germantown: Performing Arts School Introduces The Circus To The Neighborhood

May 19, 2017Brian Roche and

Germantown is home to several historical landmarks and small businesses. Located on Greene Street, in the heart of the neighborhood, is one of those small businesses. Whether one wants to stay fit, release stress or just have fun,

Germantown: A Local Fashion Designer Caters To Muslim Women

May 18, 2017Sonji Milburn

The Muslim population in Germantown is a visible one, with many businesses supporting parishioners of the faith. As a Muslim community, there are several small Islamic clothing stores for men, but few for women. Sadika Fashions‘ owner

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