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Port Richmond: Local Business ReStore Helps Homeowners Do Environmentally-Friendly Renovations

June 26, 2014 0

Though almost 11 years have passed since the architectural salvage company originally opened its doors in 2003, ReStore hasn’t strayed away from its original mission. Linda Mellish, the company’s owner, set out to save useful [continue reading…]

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Kensington: Volunteers are Main Faces Behind Habitat for Humanity ReStore

May 1, 2013 0

  https://vimeo.com/65098294] Habitat for Humanity ReStore, a second-hand retail outlet in Kensington, primarily donates back to the community by helping build homes. However, ReStore also gives back by giving individuals and organizations a platform for [continue reading…]

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Kensington: Habitat for Humanity ReStore Made Possible Through Donations

May 1, 2013 0

https://vimeo.com/65098295] Habitat for Humanity ReStore, set in a 19,000 square-foot warehouse, serves about 200 people per day. If it weren’t for non-monetary donations, the unique second-hand retail outlet in Kensington would not be able to [continue reading…]

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