Known for its historical characteristics and distinctive Victorian-style residential architecture, Overbrook also includes a wide range of educational facilities. From Overbrook School for the Blind to Saint Joseph’s University, these institutions can accommodate students with assorted [continue reading…]
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia faces a challenge with their ongoing Pastoral Planning Initiative project. The Initiative is set up to help decide whether parishes within the archdiocese have the resources needed to remain a vibrant [continue reading…]
Over the past year, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia has combined parishes in various Philadelphia communities. Earlier this month, the archdiocese announced Saint Donato’s Catholic Church, in Overbrook, would merge with another Catholic church in the [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/37327124] This is part of ongoing coverage as the Philadelphia Historic Commission has held public meetings during February to discuss the possibility for a vote to allow Overbrook Farms to become a historic district (visit coverage [continue reading…]
The potential historical district designation for Overbrook Farms may affect a Catholic church that has been a part of the neighborhood for more than 100 years. While the Philadelphia Historical Commission has recently led discussions [continue reading…]
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