https://vimeo.com/18011144 Fannie Wilson can remember a time when Upland Street thrived. When the block was filled with row after row of houses, and the streets were regularly tended to. She… [continue reading…]
…of his grandmother and is currently renovating it. But he complains about the sewage. “It starts to stink and it comes up right into my windows.” Alza Carter, another 5900… [continue reading…]
…for 15 years on a Mantua street, Redding recalled the community’s complete involvement with the mural arts painters in strategizing the mural’s content and photographing community leaders. He was hopeful… [continue reading…]
…future of many public neighborhood amenities, specifically the wide network of free libraries, it may again fall to an outside organization to come to Philadelphia’s aid. [soundslide url=”https://smcsites.com/soundslides/uploads/su1020cityhalloneblockslide” height=550 width=600]… [continue reading…]
[soundslide url=”https://smcsites.com/soundslides/uploads/su1013northcentraloneblock” height=550 width=600] Being a block captain is not for everyone. Keeping up with community events and informing neighbors—voluntarily—takes time, dedication, and an understanding of the neighborhood. Katherine Lakins… [continue reading…]
[soundslide url=https://smcsites.com/soundslides/uploads/su1014southphiladelphia_oneblock_soundslide] It’s not everyday that you see a blue and gold macaw perched in a tree and a colorful tropical garden a part of the scenery in South Philadelphia…. [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/18011286 The 3100 block of Chatham Street prides itself in being one of the friendliest blocks in the neighborhood. With a Cheers-like atmosphere, the block consists of various types of… [continue reading…]
…33rd to 29th streets. The reconstruction started in November of 2009 and is slated for completion this coming November. Funding the reconstruction is Philadelphia based property management company Pennrose Properties,… [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/18011588 Moving into a new neighborhood can be a stressful time in one’s life. Issues with the moving company, problems from the home inspection and faulty electricity and plumbing can… [continue reading…]
…his community. The Warriors, once sponsored by NBA-star Rasheed Wallace, is a summer traveling team that gives high school-aged players an opportunity to compete against other high school athletes in… [continue reading…]
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