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Northeast: Spring Tree Planting a Success

April 18, 2011

The Northeast Tree Tender’s spring planting Saturday was a success despite the ominous forecast. Volunteers met at the Al Furqan Mosque on Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard at 9 a.m., where they ate breakfast, split

Northeast: Mayfair Then and Now

February 21, 2011

https://vimeo.com/20118576] Change is relative. That seemed to be the message from longtime locals living and working near Frankford Avenue in Mayfair. As the heart of Mayfair, Frankford Avenue has certainly gained a few nail salons

Northeast: Moms Offering Moms Support

February 14, 2011

Being a parent has been said to be the hardest job. The MOMS Club of Northeast Philadelphia, a chapter of the MOMS Club, understands that statement. MOMS stands for moms offering moms support. “We’re a

Mayfair: Father Judge Honors Graduates Fallen in Battle

February 10, 2011

The 27 names on the Vietnam War memorial outside Father Judge High School in Northeast Philadelphia serve as a reminder of how the war affected the Philadelphia region. The Vietnam War, which began in 1957

Northeast: All Giggles in Mayfair this Valentine’s Day

February 2, 2011

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and the aisles of Giggles Gifts in Mayfair are overflowing with pink and red. Candy, stuffed animals and jewelry are the most popular Valentine’s Day gifts at the

Northeast: Animal Rescue to Hold Adoption Weekend

February 2, 2011

The Northeast Animal Rescue (NAR) will be holding its adoption weekend Feb. 12-13. NAR is a non-profit animal rescue organization. “We are dedicated to saving homeless, unwanted and abandoned cats. NAR focuses on having feral