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Callowhill

Callowhill: History a Large Consideration as Rail Park Construction Continues

May 1, 2018Easterling Evan and Ignudo Thomas

The first phase of the Rail Park on the former Reading Viaduct in Callowhill is set to open in June at a cost of $10.3 million paid for by contributions from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,

Arts and Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment: Project Positive Breaks to Inspire

March 11, 2015

Project Positive is an organization that expresses its message through hip-hop dance. Incorporating workshops, performances and community partnerships, Project Positive strives to inspire the youth in Philadelphia. “Hip-hop dancing saved my life when I started

Poverty

Poverty: Program Offers Philadelphia’s Underserved Communities Free Computer Access

June 19, 2014

For most people, regular computer access is a must. Whether it be for school or work, it’s almost impossible to function without these necessary tools. Yet, 41 percent of Philadelphian’s do not have either reliable

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