Temple University Multimedia Storytelling
Where we go past the headlines and straight to the streets of Philadelphia
In North Philadelphia, many corner stores don't sell fresh produce, and Joe Yun, the owner of Hue, a "fusion food market," explains why it can be tough. Hue, based on the corner of Cecil B. Moore Avenue and 16th Street, is one the few sources of fresh fruits and vegetables near Temple University. The... Continue Reading →
With thousands of Philadelphians looking to land a job in non-profits, but many of them not sure how to get their foot in the door, Nonprofit Nerds Philly Meetup created various programs that would help individuals not only get in the door, but kick it down. Before their 'Non-Profit Job Hunting Bootcamp' program, organizer Marta Rusek... Continue Reading →
ONE OF PHILADELPHIA'S FAMOUS LANDMARK, THE DIVINE LORRAINE HAS SEEN ITS SHARE OF THE CITY. A NEW AND IMPROVED HOTEL HAS EMERGED TO SHOW THE CITY HOW "DIVINE" IT HAS BECOME OVER THE YEARS. BY: DARYL MATTHWS, NARRATION BY: ED CASELLA, DIVINE LORRAINE APARTMENTS PROPERTY MANAGER https://youtu.be/3RHG1kAXs50
Philadelphia’s $500 million Rebuild program could produce a practice that increases the investment in businesses owned by minorities, women or businesses owned by people with disabilities. The project aims to improve facilities at parks, libraries and recreation centers around the city. At a community informational meeting yesterday at Martin Luther King Recreation Center, Rebuild leaders... Continue Reading →
Not originally from Philadelphia, Will Rockenbach admitted he might not be an expert on the South Street area, but the sounds, smells and culture; he knew he wanted to be. To this end Will decided why not tackle the area and learn all that he can about it. Making it his beat for the semester... Continue Reading →
With Smoke Shops on virtually every corner of South Street, the competition is fierce. Business is always tight with managers aimlessly searching for new selling techniques and rare glass imports, while keeping a close eye on their counterparts. Nothing is different at the Philly based Matchbox headshop, except for the exclusive advantages only their store... Continue Reading →
Food: we eat it, in most cases we eat it every single day, but where does it come from? and how is the quality determined? Don’t all potatoes grow in the dirt? Aren’t all pigs adorable but kind of filthy? There are certain organizations such as Pennsylvania Certified Organic, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, and... Continue Reading →
Mutt Airbrush and Art Supply at 608 S. 4th St. can add some color to your lifestyle. Whether it's a portrait, clothing designs, shoes, helmets, or anything that you think could be airbrushed, Mutt has mastered them all and most of his work can be perfected in under an hour. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9VlKhZN2as&feature=youtu.be
Nothing is better after a night out than a delicious taco right around the corner from whatever dive you find yourself at. Frankford and Girard Avenue in Philadelphia is a hotbed during the weekend for amazing late night, food truck tacos. Your options on this corner reach from authentic chorizo tacos with lemon, onion and... Continue Reading →
The South Philly bowling alley looks pretty average on the outset. Lighted with neon signs and filled with beer-guzzling patrons until the wee hours of the morning, PEP Bowl is traditional in many ways. But unlike other Philadelphia bowling alleys, PEP Bowl works to employ people with disabilities. The bowling alley hires students from PEP,... Continue Reading →
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