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Education in North CentralRead Across America: Local Fathers Read to Students to Encourage Literacy
Last Wednesday, the Frederick Douglass 100 Men of Color read to students at Frederick Douglass Mastery Charter School to celebrate Read Across America Week. Sponsored by the National Education Association,…
Ruthann Alexander | 03/08/2017 -
Education in North CentralThe Gift of Voice: Mighty Writers North Changing Lives One Workshop at a Time
Do you remember how in your grade school years you were given the opportunity to process the experiences of your young life in such a way that it contributed…
Sean Barrett | 01/06/2017 -
Features in North CentralPower From the Pews: Shiloh Apostolic Temple
As one approaches Shiloh Apostolic Temple, the white wrought-iron gate swings softly in the wind. Shadows of leaves from the tree sprout out of the sidewalk in front. The…
Jordyn Cordner | 12/14/2016 -
Education in North CentralSt. Malachy Catholic School Opens New Location
On Monday, October 17th, Independence Mission Schools (IMS), a Philadelphia-based nonprofit that provides transformative Catholic education to low-income students of all faiths, celebrated the official grand opening of the…
Spirit Staff | 10/19/2016 -
Education in North CentralFreire Charter Schools Launch New TECH School in North Philly
At TECH Freire Charter High School, head of school David Shahriari wants the students to know “success looks different for different people.” “At the end of the day,…
Grace Shallow | 09/14/2016 -
A&E in North CentralAnimal Farm to Table: The Renegade Company Wants to Start a Conversation on How Food and Literature Impact the Community
Food is an amazing concept. It fuels our bodies, gives us energy to take on the day and can flat-out taste incredible. The Renegade Company wants to start a…
Whitney Johnson | 08/25/2016 -
Community in North CentralShoot Hoops, Not Guns: Local Basketball Tournament Held to Promote Community Peace
“Shoot Hoops, Not Guns” was the slogan for a basketball tournament hosted at the Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center, Saturday, with a mission to promote community peace. The tournament…
Ruthann Alexander | 08/12/2016 -
Community in North CentralNo Confidence: Temple President Dismissed, Stadium Resistance Remains
Last Tuesday, Temple University’s Board of Trustees submitted a vote of no confidence in President Neil Theobald, sending a shockwave throughout North Philadelphia. Theobald, who refused to resign, will be…
Angela Gervasi | 07/20/2016 -
Community in North CentralCelebrating Juneteenth: Residents of North Philly Remember the End of Slavery in the United States
Families gathered inside Cecil B. Moore Library to commemorate Juneteenth by learning how to play drums and learn about the legacy of emancipation in Texas. Members from the…
Ruthann Alexander | 06/22/2016 -
Features in North CentralHazmat Laundromat: What’s Up With This Solvent Leak at a Glenwood Ave. Industrial Site
Chlorinated solvents have contaminated soil and groundwater at 2207 West Glenwood Avenue, just south of 22nd & Dauphin Streets. Arbill Industries formerly ran an industrial laundry facility at that site.…
Jack Grauer | 06/22/2016 -
Features in North CentralRemembering George Benton, North Philadelphia Boxing Great
With the passing of the "Greatest of All Time," the world has reminisced on some of boxing’s most memorable moments. Here in Philadelphia, one man became a local phenomenon by…
Spencer Homan | 06/08/2016 -
Community in North CentralAfter implosion, Miller Memorial Baptist Remains
According to PlanPhilly, after the implosion of the Norman Blumberg Apartments last Saturday, a nearby church now looks to the future. Miller Memorial Baptist, located on North 22nd Street since…
Daniel Rainville | 04/04/2016