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Featured Stories

South Philadelphia: Five Promising Impacts To The Community

February 24, 2015 Paul Klein 0

Given the diverse culture and even more diverse community, South Philadelphia doesn’t fall short to supply all of Philadelphia with people and places that are changing the city for the better. Barbara Chaguaceda Barbara Chaguaceda, [Read More]

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Overbrook: Papa Playground and Recreation Center Helps Youths

March 25, 2014  1

A staple of the Overbrook community, Papa Playground’s after-school program serves youth of all ages. The neighborhood recreation center strives to attain a safe and structured environment, while providing students with the tools to achieve [Read More]

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Cobbs Creek: 5 Interesting People to Know

February 26, 2014 Kathryn Matheson 0

Among the many interesting faces in Cobbs Creek, there are a few names to note. The neighborhood offers a variety of resources for community members, young and old, able-bodied and disabled. These interesting folks are [Read More]

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Mantua: New Catholic School Education is Back at MHCC

November 5, 2013  0

https://vimeo.com/78027577] There are many reasons why community centers are great to have in the neighborhood. They are a safe place for children to go after school. They make more jobs in the area and also [Read More]

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Roxborough: Residents Rally for Roxborough Dog Park

June 24, 2013  0

On the 4100 block of Mitchell Street sits a city owned lot that has lain dormant for nearly 30 years. Sarah Koenig has lived in the Roxborough neighborhood for 20 of those years and wants [Read More]

Amateur Sports

Haddington: Olympic Champ Trains Young Boxers

December 11, 2012  0

At 6 feet 5 inches, Tyrell Biggs presents an intimidating physical presence. However, due to his quiet demeanor, it is easy to overlook him. Biggs, 51, is soft-spoken. On most weekdays, he can be found [Read More]

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Haddington: Local Rec Center Hosts Comedy Fundraiser

September 5, 2012  0

For one evening it was not the sound of squeaking sneakers or dribbling basketballs, but laughter which filled the Shepard Recreation Center gym. Friday night, community members staged a comedy fundraiser at the recreation center, [Read More]

Arts and Entertainment

Nicetown: The Salvation Army Kroc Center

June 20, 2011  1

The Salvation Army Kroc Corps Community Center, which is located at 4200 Wissahickon Ave., is a recreational place where community residents are offered many opportunities. The $72 million community center opened last November. The center [Read More]

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