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Hale Womble, an owner of a rescued pit bull named Harper, walked into ACCT Philadelphia not thinking he would leave with a pet. After he met Harper, he said “Yep, you’re coming home and we’re

In North Philadelphia, the relationship between the community and law enforcement is shaped by a combination of personal stories, institutional efforts, and grassroots initiatives. These elements create a dynamic mixed with trust, fear, and a

By Sophia Battaglia Philadelphia is the sixth largest city in America by population according to the 2020 census and Nicetown is a neighborhood within the city that was established in the 17th century. Although this

While arts education is slowly rebuilt in the Philadelphia school district, local programs across the city have built a thriving community of talented students who work year-round to put on multiple productions. Music Theatre Philly

Peter Sey’s childhood picture with his mother Amanda Nith, early 2000s “My parents and grandparents have always prioritized our culture and religion,” Sey said. “They madesure my sister and I learned about our traditions,” Sey

Mark O’Connor is the Executive Director of the Families Behind the Badge Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting first responders and their families in the Philadelphia area. The foundation provides financial assistance to

Officer Jose Gonzalez has served with the Philadelphia Police Department for seven years, currently stationed at 17th and Montgomery Streets in the 22nd Police District, near Temple University’s campus. In a community grappling with gun

This program, called PB&J, teaches local youth how to safely cook–and get paid for it.