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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 -
Community in North CentralResidents Voice Concerns Over Proposed Zoning Code Changes at 32nd Ward RCO Meeting
Emotions overflowed at the 32nd Ward Registered Community Organization meeting last week, as residents voiced their concerns over proposals to change the Philadelphia Zoning Code for land use in their neighborhood.…
Danielle Nelson | 03/28/2016 -
Features in North CentralWhat’s Next For Sharswood?
Community Members Speak Up About PHA’s Planned Development of North Philly Neighborhood Hien Bui was able to save her business, Ann's Nails, from being seized through eminent domain by the…
Ruthann Alexander | 03/24/2016 -
Features in North CentralPHOTOS: Norman Blumberg Apartments Implosion
On Saturday, March 19, shortly after 7:15AM the Norman Blumberg Apartments in Sharswood imploded. Spirit News captured the controlled demolition with a series of photos. For more information on the…
Thomas Weir | 03/19/2016 -
Features in North CentralImpending Implosion: Norman Blumberg Buildings in Sharswood Set to Come Down This Saturday
The impending implosion of two of the three Norman Blumberg Apartment buildings is big news — On Saturday, March 19th at 7:15 AM, two high-rise buildings will come down in…
Spencer Homan | 03/17/2016 -
Community in North CentralBacterial Meningitis: Local High School Student Dies After Contracting Infection
According to NBC10, a Philadelphia high school student died from a case of bacterial meningitis Tuesday morning. The 9th grade student, who has not yet been identified, attended George Washington…
Daniel Rainville | 03/17/2016