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Arts and Entertainment

Point Breeze: Newbold Civic Association Devoted to Keeping Neighborhood Safe and Clean

June 9, 2011

In the heart of South Philadelphia lies a small yet dedicated neighborhood organization. The Newbold Civic Association, formed in 2006, was created to serve as a forum for residents to share their concerns and interests

Featured Stories

Germantown: Francis Daniel Pastorius, the Founder of Germantown

June 9, 2011

https://vimeo.com/24843888] The fact that a German immigrant founded Germantown may seem common knowledge, but the various layers of Francis Daniel Pastorius’ legacy are often overlooked. While a monument in honor of Pastorius is positioned along

Cedar Park

Cedar Park: Local Residents and Organizers Continue Efforts to Revitalize Baltimore Avenue

June 9, 2011

Local residents, business owners and community organizers gathered in People’s Baptist Church, located 5039 Baltimore Ave., to discuss community issues and revitalization projects in the area. The “Next Steps in the Baltimore Avenue Conversation” meeting

East Oak Lane

Oak Lane: Tea Attracts a New Audience With Local Shop

June 9, 2011

https://vimeo.com/24782193] Assistant vice president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is a far cry from running a small business focused on organic tea. Howard James, the owner and operator of Tea Country, saw an

Francisville

Francisville: Church Gives Back to Neighborhood

June 8, 2011

https://vimeo.com/24806489] Located in the heart of Francisville, the Church of the Living God has established itself as a staple of the community. Throughout the years, the church has always provided a place for locals to

Gearing Up Bike Award
Featured Stories

Germantown: Former Addict Receives Bicycle Ambassador Award

June 8, 2011

https://vimeo.com/24838895] Gwen Hardeman, a former drug addict, received the Gearing Up Bicycle Ambassador award this weekend and a brand new Fuji mountain bike at the 2011 TD Bank Philadelphia International Liberty Classic bike race, in

Arts and Entertainment

Fishtown: Michael’s Decorators Brings New Life to Furniture

June 8, 2011

Along the historic Frankford Avenue sits a furniture store that directly deals with pieces that are both historic and contemporary. Although many faces are new to Fishtown, Michael Tonuci and his son Steven have been

Port Richmond

Port Richmond: Campbell Square Park Attracts Dog Walkers

June 8, 2011

  On a warm Saturday morning, residents of Port Richmond start off their day at Campbell Square, a three-acre park that lies in the heart of the neighborhood, to walk their dogs. Many of the

Arts and Entertainment

Northeast Philadelphia: Philly Beer Week 2011 Is Here

June 7, 2011

https://vimeo.com/24805948] The Hammer of Glory, or what many Northeast natives refer to as the “HOG,” left Northeast Philly’s own Hop Angel Brauhaus early Friday morning to kick off Philly Beer Week 2011. Philly Beer Week is

Economy

Ludlow: Urban Clothier Hit Hard by Bad Economy

June 7, 2011

Earnest Young has always loved fashion. From the time he was a little boy, he took extra care when selecting what to wear. “From when I was 10 years old, back in junior high school

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