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East Falls

East Falls: Mary Kline Classic Brings Cancer Fight to Phila U

June 4, 2013

[vimeo 67596381] Some of the most highly recruited high school basketball players in the country came together at Philadelphia University Sunday night for the third annual Mary Kline Classic All-Star Memorial Event. The event is the

Amateur Sports

Mantua: Challenges Remain for Group’s Move Into Mantua Church

April 9, 2012

https://vimeo.com/39605989] Although Officer Tim Hagins now works in the narcotics unit of the Philadelphia Police Department, he hasn’t forgotten the cases of missing and abducted children he’s dealt with during his career. Hagins is dedicated

Abandoned Property

Mantua: Youth Group Tries to Rejuventate Shuttered Church

March 14, 2012

At the corner of 34th and Brandywine streets is an abandoned church, a sight not uncommon in Philadelphia. However, this church isn’t being left to rot until someone scoops up the property for development. New

Fairhill

Faihill: Community Member Makes a Big Difference

November 9, 2011

[vimeo 31788215] If you’ve ever met Richard DeJesus, which you probably have if you live in Fairhill, he was probably trying to put a hamburger in your hand and asking you what kind of juice box

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

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