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Features in FrancisvillePAL Prom Boutique: Cozen Police Athletic League Outfits Local Teens for Prom
The Cozen Police Athletic League (PAL) Center in Francisville buzzed with life on Tuesday, March 21 as girls across Philadelphia searched for the perfect formal dress. The center held its…
Kaitlyn Moore | 03/29/2017 -
Education in FrancisvilleNational Liberty Museum Hosts Year-end Celebration of Young Heroes Outreach Program at Girard College
Chants echoed throughout Girard College’s gymnasium on Saturday, June 4. The words “Young Heroes, thank you,” were just some of the chants that rang out as students and teachers from…
Danielle Nelson | 06/15/2016 -
Features in FrancisvilleGirard College Freshman Sets Records at State Track Championships
Thelma Davies was met with thunderous applause as she stood among her classmates in Girard College’s chapel on Wednesday, June 8. The ceremony was held to honor Davies for…
Patrick Clark | 06/15/2016 -
A&E in FrancisvilleRanch Records: Francisville Home to Cassette-Based Independent Label
Sam Rudich has been living in his house on Vineyard Street in Francisville for 6 years. “Honestly it was here and it was cheap. I’ve always liked it. I’ve watched…
Sean Kearney | 05/23/2016 -
Features in FrancisvilleKnow Your History: Stephen Girard and Girard College
Although the name “Girard” is commonly spoken in Philadelphia, the reason behind it is less known. Stephen Girard’s legacy is evident by Girard Avenue that spans almost 8 miles through…
Spencer Homan | 05/11/2016 -
Education in FrancisvilleStudents from Girard College Appear at Global Economic Forum
On Wednesday, April 27, the World Affairs Council of Girard College (2101 S. College Avenue) attended the Global Economic Forum at Temple University’s Fox School of Business. The Global Economic…
Grace Shallow | 05/10/2016 -
Community in FrancisvilleFrancisville Playground: A Multi-Faceted Resource to North Philly Residents
For 90 years the Francisville Playground has served as a focus for its community. With recreation amenities for toddlers through adults, it is used throughout the year by a broad…
Mark Brakeman | 05/09/2016 -
Features in FrancisvilleUhuru Furniture Providing Couches and Community in North Philly
For many people in Philadelphia, Ikea, Raymour & Flanigan and Ashley Furniture Stores are merely an afterthought. Instead, some turn to Uhuru Furniture Store at 832 N. Broad St., which…
Danielle Nelson | 05/06/2016 -
Community in FrancisvilleUrbanstead: Cultivating in an Urban Garden Setting
Tucked behind a gated community at the corner of Ridge Avenue and Wylie Street in the burgeoning Francisville section of lower North Philadelphia, the Francisville Urban Farm and Orchard doesn’t…
Jenna Tripke | 04/28/2016 -
Features in FrancisvilleSt. Joseph’s Hospital Closing, Close to 700 Jobs to be Eliminated
According to CBS Philly, a consolidation move by North Philadelphia Health System (NPHS) will leave about 700 people jobless. NPHS announced the closure of St. Joseph’s Hospital months ago and…
Jordyn Cordner | 02/29/2016 -
Community in FrancisvilleFrancisville NDC Discusses The Lenni – Community Organization Roundup
While a few of the neighborhoods in the larger Art Museum area are witnessing an influx of new private housing developments that will change the face of those communities, Francisville…
Mark Brakeman | 02/19/2016