Jenny Roberts

Jenny Roberts is a freelance journalist living in the West Poplar neighborhood of Philadelphia. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Journalism in 2018 before doing a year of service as an English tutor with City Year Philadelphia. She is particularly interested in writing about the arts, education, immigration and politics.

1420 Walnut St., where the alleged incident is said to have occurred

After teens allege Center City executive offered alcohol, drugs, and made sexual advances, he resigns from Philadelphia Police Foundation board

The teens posted about their experience on TikTok, and said they contacted the FBI.

Loomen Lab co-owners Jeff Yu and Jordan Cook

Pour the wax, mix the oil: Making DIY candles at Loomen Labs in Queen Village

The couple behind the new shop recently got engaged.

Brewerytown resident Dajanaye Rollins was eager to practice after she heard about the new indoor archery

Callowhill Archery opens behind The Rail Park, offering Philly a chance to discover bow and arrow

There’s a therapeutic element to the sport, says the neighborhood native who launched the indoor range.

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