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West Oak Lane: Five Must-See Landmarks in the Philadelphia National Cemetery

September 19, 2017 Alyssa Feitzinger

West Oak Lane is a vibrant residential neighborhood in Upper Northern Philadelphia that is home to one of the United States’ 135 national cemeteries. On the corner of Haines Street and Limekiln Pike lies the

Klein Fellowship- Income Inequality

West Oak Lane: This Week In The News – Fatal Shootings And Jewelry Launch Event

August 4, 2017 Ramona Roberts

In case you missed it, we found a few places where people were talking about West Oak Lane.  Woman arrested in fatal shooting of man in West Oak Lane – A woman was taken into custody

Klein Fellowship- Income Inequality

West Oak Lane: Basketball Games And More This Week

July 31, 2017 Ramona Roberts

Looking to find out what’s going on in West Oak Lane this week? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood.  Wissahickon EMpowerment : Tuesday, August 1, 10-11:15 a.m., Ned Wolf Park

Klein Fellowship- Income Inequality

West Oak Lane: Summertime Jam And More Happening This Week

July 24, 2017 Ramona Roberts

Looking for things to do this week in West Oak Lane? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood. Breakwater Summertime Splashdown Jam: Friday, July 28, 7 p.m. – 3025 Walnut St. Del

Klein Fellowship- Income Inequality

West Oak Lane: Movies, Book Signings, Understanding Your Credit Report And More This Week

July 17, 2017 Ramona Roberts

Looking to find out what’s going on in West Oak Lane this week? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood.  EQ Conversation Café (Elkins Park): Brains for Collaboration: Tuesday, July 18,

Klein Fellowship- Income Inequality

West Oak Lane: Pop-up Shop And More Happening This Week

July 12, 2017 Ramona Roberts

Looking to find out what’s going on in West Oak Lane this week? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood.  Summer of Freedom – Free Library of Philadelphia Tour: Wednesday, July

Business

West Oak Lane: Flowers Bring Family Closer

June 15, 2017 Ed LeFurge

It all started in Virginia. The 15-year-old Paul Beale would rush to the flower shop after school and on weekends to be able to work with flowers. “I’ve always wanted to work with flowers,” Beale

Abandoned Property

Mount Airy: Redevelopment Projects Look to Eliminate Blight, Improve Livelihood of Historic Neighborhood

May 30, 2017 Ryan Wallen

Dating back to the 1680s, when it was a just small part of Germantown, the neighborhood of Mount Airy has a rich history that has shaped the diverse and tight-knit community that it is today.

Crime

Hunting Park: Chess Instructor Inspires Kids To Reach Their Full Potential

March 6, 2017 Dalton Balthaser

Young children played and screamed happily at the Lenfest Center on N. 10th St in Hunting Park as Gil Motley arrived for his chess club. His infectious smile and personality captivated the space as he

Business

West Oak Lane: Five Restaurants That Are Contributing To The Neighborhood’s Revitalization

June 10, 2016 Victoria S Batista

As you travel north on Broad Street, you’ll come across several flourishing communities such as West Oak Lane, East Oak Lane, Olney and Fern Rock. These communities consist of thriving, independent restaurants, community service organizations,

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