https://vimeo.com/20374685] Bret Cavanaugh looks wiped out. Stepping out of his freshly painted lunch truck, Bret’s face shows sweat, fatigue and relief. “Man, we got maybe four hours of sleep last night prepping things for today. [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/20373495] In a city with a history of great boxers, it’s easy to overlook one: Brewerytown’s Charlie “Choo Choo” Brown. On May 16, however, Brown was inducted into the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame–an honor [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/20333137] Starting a small business primarily dependent on patronage from the surrounding community is always a challenge. Will residents accept your establishment? Will you get enough patronage to stay afloat? Does the service you provide [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/18637551] Yes, the economy is down, but is spiritual need up? In the midst of economic troubles, Germantown residents face foreclosures, layoffs and a growing amount of debt. But economic hardship won’t stand in the [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/20203820] Port Richmond is a neighborhood filled with unique, family owned shops. These “mom and pop” stores are part of what makes this community special to its residents. This community’s family-owned businesses have been around [continue reading…]
When you think of a frat house your mind wanders to images of keg-stands and jungle juice. Green house technology would probably never cross your mind. However, a group of Drexel students did think green [continue reading…]
You have dinner in the oven, you opened the door for the deliveryman, you alerted the authorities of a possible intruder on your neighbor’s property and you surveyed your pantry to create a grocery list. [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/20472647] An acupuncture clinic is something you might not expect to see in West Philadelphia but nestled on the third floor of an old firehouse building sits Philadelphia Community Acupuncture. It may be hard to [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/20332552] The local foods movement means a lot to the city of Philadelphia. During a time when obesity and health-related issues plague society, many are turning to fresh, locally grown produce. Economically, however, it could [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/18395299] Ellis Ferrell lets out a deep sigh. Ferrell is wearing a back brace these days. He’s worn down and spread too thin. Fletcher Street has become synonymous with horses. The stables there existed even [continue reading…]
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