One could say Mark Lavelle was born to coach. At age 15, before some kids even begin playing team sports, Lavelle was already coaching neighborhood kids in Kensington as a way to keep them away [continue reading…]
With long hours at work, parents today struggle to find productive ways to occupy their children after school. Fortunately in neighborhoods like Fairhill there stands the Lighthouse. In its safe environment, the youth can improve [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/40977123] Imagine the simplicity of playing catch or getting your knees dirty after a few hours outside. Thanks to programs like Fairhill’s Urban Sports Zone, the youth can take it a step further and become [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/33117682] Needs in various communities always seem to change along with the times, and as a result, social organizations tend to come and go. But then there’s Lighthouse. Currently located at 152 W. Lehigh Ave., [continue reading…]
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