So far 31 people have moved into the brand new, 94-unit PHA tower in Sharswood

Neighborhoods

Sharswood neighbors are planning a tour to highlight neighborhood connections to Dox Thrash

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PHA opened up a new headquarters in Sharswood earlier this week

Construction began this week on the third phase of the Sharswood redevelopment project. It’ll bring 83 affordable rental units to 22nd and West Oxford streets

North Philly Peace Park in Sharswood is getting a new pavilion inspired by the concept of Afrofuturism

Couple fronts $140,000 cash to save North Philly community hub

Greg and Danielle Parker are serious about helping Sharswood.

Neighborhoods

He lost his son to gun violence. Now he might lose their Sharswood home.

After his son's death, Greg Bullock turned his house into a community hub.

Why more Philly neighborhood orgs are requiring ID to participate in votes

Francisville and Brewerytown-Sharswood both added ID checks this month.

The plan to save a historic Sharswood home by turning it into a community resource

Maya Thomas is fed up with "demolition by neglect" of African American resources in Philly.

Vaux High School in Sharswood is open again after 4 empty years

Neighborhoods

Ridge Avenue stroll through Philly’s jazz history

Ridge Avenue was once an entertainment district where jazz giants such as Pearl Bailey, Billie Holiday, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Duke Ellington and Charlie Parker roamed. Join this walking tour to explore Philly's jazz history and this safe space for African American entertainers.

Where: Blue Note at 15th and Ridge 19130

When: May 6, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

How much: Free (donations appreciated)

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Neighborhoods

Filthadelphia: Why Philly trash always piles up in the winter

It’s not great even in the warmer months, but this time of year can really stink.