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Olivia Sandom: WHYY Youth Employment Intern
UCLA film major Olivia Sandom speaks about her summer as an intern at the Philadelphia Inquirer through her participation in the WHYY Youth Employment program; where she published news articles and videos.
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‘Stop The Violence’ Mural Resurrected in Point Breeze, Philadelphia
In 1989, the Point Breeze neighborhood of Philadelphia came together as a community to construct a mural remembering the many victims of gun violence in Philadelphia. The “Stop the Violence” mural had displayed a list …
Continue reading »Thirsty Dice: A Local Bar Brings People Together Over Board Games
Walking into Fairmont cafe Thirsty Dice, customers notice one thing; hundreds of board games lining the walls. A busy coffee bar-board game extravaganza, Thirsty Dice may seem unconventional, but it’s the boutique cafe’s mission to …
Continue reading »Thrifting: The Environmental and Money Saving Impact of Thrift Shopping
WHYY High School Journalists talk with a local fashion designer and stop in at Philly Aids Thrift to see the benefits and uses of shopping second hand.
Continue reading »Feeling at Home: How Philadelphia is Helping Local Immigrant Populations
WHYY High School Journalists spoke with Immigrant business owners and ICE protestors about how Philadelphia is working to make the city safer for immigrants.
Continue reading »Local Organizations Come Together to Help Homeless Cat Population
WHYY High School Journalists investigate why there are so many stray cats roaming the streets of Philadelphia, talking to local organizations that work to prevent rapid breading and help cats find homes.
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