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See Where Temple University Ranks Among Pennsylvania’s Largest Campuses
Pennsylvania is home to some of the largest and most beautiful colleges and universities in the country, writes Katie Downey for Newsbreak. Temple University in North Philadelphia ranks in a tie as the fourth largest university in the Commonwealth, taking up 406 acres. “Temple University is THE Philadelphia University and is widely recognized as one…
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Two Blocks On North Broad Street Go Up For Sale in Retail Opportunity
Two blocks equaling about 120,300 square feet of mostly retail space on North Broad Street are currently up for sale, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Brad Nathanson, a broker with Institutional Property Advisors, who is representing the seller, is calling the space a “generational opportunity.” “The rarity of the offering is the…
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With Opening of T.M. Peirce Elementary, A New Public School Comes To North Philadelphia For First Time in 70 Years
The brand-new T.M. Peirce Elementary School just opened its doors, marking the first time in 70 years that a public school has been built in North Philadelphia, reports Jennifer Lee for FOX 29. The $33 million facility replaces a century-old building that contained asbestos and lead, which had been discovered in 2019. “When young people…
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Temple Health Opens New ‘Healthy Together Hub’ in North Philadelphia
Temple Health is always searching for ways to meet patients where they are and the opening of a new hub aligns with that mission, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. A new ‘Healthy Together Hub’ was recently opened inside a North Philadelphia ShopRite. The hub will provide free health screenings and health education…
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The Wagner Free Institute of Science is a Haven of History
The Wagner Free Institute of Science is a hidden, lesser-known tourist destination lost in a city steeped in loads of history, writes Tom Gralish for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Wagner Institute was founded and opened in North Philadelphia in 1865 by Philadelphia merchant, philanthropist, and amateur scientist William Wagner. The institute functions as not only…
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For Taller Puertorriqueño Leader Nasheli Ortiz-González, Her Success And Mission is Always About the People
Despite finding success throughout her career as a fashion designer and businesswoman, Nasheli Ortiz-González has often struggled with imposter syndrome, writes Némesis Mora for Billy Penn at WHYY. When she applied for the executive director role at Taller Puertorriqueño, she was skeptical about her fit, despite friends telling her “this job is for you.” She…
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The Met Philadelphia Celebrates 5th Anniversary With New Beer
The Met Philadelphia, in its current iteration, has now been in existence for five years and to celebrate, the entertainment venue is debuting its very own beer, writes Dan Stamm for NBC 10 Philadelphia. Earlier this month, Conshohocken Brewing Company revealed a new limited edition North Broad Lager, named after the street The Met is…
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Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club Expands to East Fairmount Park
Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club in North Philadelphia has long been known for its work with city youth and thanks to a new partnership, it will be expanding its reach to East Fairmount Park, writes Nick Jaramillo for Billy Penn at WHYY. More specifically, the new expansion will see the organization take up residence at…
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Zakariyah Chapman, A Philadelphia Honor Roll Student, is Also the No. 1 Ranked Boxer in the Nation For His Age and Weight
Zakariyah Chapman, a 14-year-old high school freshman, is making waves in the boxing scene as the top-ranked boxer in the nation for his age and weight, reports 6abc. Chapman trains every day at 365 Fitness & Boxing Loft in North Philadelphia after he finishes his homework. He starts his day at 6 AM and goes…
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Temple University Currently Has Its Most Diverse Class Ever
Temple University has welcomed its most diverse class ever, writes Julia Merola for Billy Penn at WHYY. According to the latest information released by the school, about 57% of students in the class of 2027 identify as people of color, the fourth year in a row that the statistic has increased. Black students represent 22%…
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Central High School Student Combats Hunger, Food Insecurity Through Her Student-Led Nonprofit, Feeding Philly
Despite only being a teenager, Samantha Sandhaus has managed to make a strong impact on the community, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Currently a senior at Central High School in North Philadelphia, Sandhaus launched Feeding Philly when she was a sophomore. The nonprofit has seen tremendous growth over the two years since its launch. “We…
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North Philly Native, Therapist Sarah-Ashley Andrews Wants to Change the Mental Health Conversation
Sarah-Ashley Andrews is a multi-faceted individual with grand plans of transforming both the public education and mental health landscapes, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Andrews grew up in North Philadelphia. While in college at Bloomsburg University as a communications major, she came to the realization that she was fighting her true purpose.…
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Temple University is Planning to Construct a New Media and Performing Arts Building
Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication and Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts will soon be housed in a single new structure, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The new facility will be located at 1830 North Broad Street, on the west side, which currently holds primarily athletic and recreational…
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Philadelphia Rapper Strives to Serve His Community, Opens Daycare
When Anthony “Dappa” Samuels resigned from his accounting job in 2017, it coincided with a new career endeavor, writes Abigail Adams for People. A rapper and musician, leaving his former job set the table for him to become the co-founder of Young With Options Academic Center, a daycare center with facilities in West Philadelphia…
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North Philadelphia Native Kevin Hart’s Entrepreneurial Portfolio Grows With New Tequila Brand, Gran Coramino
Philadelphia-born actor and comedian Kevin Hart has added his name to the list of celebrities joining the $15 billion tequila industry, writes Trey Williams for Fortune. Last year, Hart debuted his new tequila brand, Gran Coramino. Since its debut, Gran Coramino has seen the second-fastest sales growth for a new premium tequila brand…
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Landmark Properties Proposes Apartment Building for Broad Street Near Temple University’s Campus
Landmark Properties, a national student housing developer, wants to build a 28-story apartment tower on Broad Street near Temple University, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The building would have 142 multifamily units and 147 group-living units aimed at roommate accommodations. The developer also plans to provide 78 underground parking spaces and 21,079 square…
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Temple University Aims to Name Its Next President This Coming Spring
Temple University aims to have its next president in place for the start of the 2024-25 academic year, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The North Philadelphia institution outlined a process in the search for the president on Thursday which includes the naming of a Temple-affiliated search advisory committee and the hiring of…
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Temple’s Quarterback E.J. Warner Optimistic About New Season for Football Program
E.J. Warner, son of NFL Hall of Famer Kurt Warner and the Temple University quarterback who broke several school records last season, is optimistic about the football program going into next year, writes Brent Baum for Temple Now. During last year’s season finale, Warner, then in his first season with the Owls, threw a total…
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