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Housing

Kensington: First Time Home Buyer Workshop Proves Valuable Resource For Locals

September 11, 2017Jared Phillips

For many, owning a first home is a big part of the American Dream. In Philadelphia, that dream is less of a reality than other cities in the country. According to public data sources gathered

Klein Fellowship- Income Inequality

Port Richmond: First-Time Homebuyer Workshop, 24th District Town Hall, and Nature Heroes “Radical Reptiles” Showing

July 17, 2017Jared Phillips

Looking to find out what’s going on in Port Richmond this week? Our calendar round-up lets you know what’s happening in your neighborhood. Senior Produce Vouchers: Monday, July 17 and Thursday, July 20, 1:30-3 p.m.

Economy

Point Breeze: Local girls learn business basics

March 3, 2014

From her post at the helm of the Point Breeze Avenue Business Association, Ella Butcher routinely deals with big league movers and shakers to attract new business to The Breeze. After hours, however, she meets with a

Featured Stories

Fishtown: Homemade Crafts Sold Around the World

April 3, 2012

https://vimeo.com/39667450] In a late 1800s house set in Fishtown, the simple life of Margaux and Walter Kent takes shape. The hardwood floors and hand-sanded furniture are warm to the touch and smell of the hands

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