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Archived photos, negatives and digital files will be disposed of in the coming weeks. By Amy V. Simmons When the award-winning Butler Prestige Photography studio was established 30 years ago, its founder, George Butler, decided to take a chance on transforming what was once his avocation — photography — into a full-time vocation. His many…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  President Barack Obama visited Philadelphia last week to campaign for Hillary Clinton for President; and is met with adoring, but sad crowds who wish he could serve a third term. (Photo by Bill Z. Foster) On what will probably be his last visit to Philadelphia as President of the United States, Barack Obama…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Teenshop members proudly holding check (pictured from left): Lauren Craig, Senior Manager of Public Affairs Manager, Coca-Cola North America; Teenshop founder Elleanor Jean Hendley; Fran McGorry,  President and General Manager Tri-State Operating Unit. By Leah Fletcher There are young girls who dream of futures that include college, careers and successful lives. In those…

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Norristown, PA- Kitty Cottage Adoption Center has revolutionized the way shelters are run. By instituting “no-cage” and “no-kill” policies, the shelter serves as a cozy, temporary home for cats that have been surrendered or rescued. About Kitty Cottage Adoption Center Since their opening in 2002, Kitty Cottage has adopted out over 3,000 cats. Each cat…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump speaking at the Union League on Wednesday.   (Photo by Bill Z. Foster) After largely avoiding the City of Philadelphia in favor of its more friendly suburban climes, Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump made two visits to the city to talk to two distinctly different groups. By Denise…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  2015 Street Fare in Mt. Airy.  (Photo from Go Mt. Airy Facebook page) By Monica Peters Will Street Fare ever return to Mt. Airy? The highly anticipated Street Fare in West Mount Airy won’t be returning this year. However, another exciting event with more local “flava” will replace it. But don’t worry, residents…

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After a 288 year long history, St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, 6671 Germantown Ave, will hold its final worship services on September 11, 2016.  The financial weight upon the congregation became too great. It will be a great loss for the community as St Michael’s is known for its public outreach and has often been referred…

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ALL SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA SCHOOLS TO DISMISS FRIDAY AT NOON DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT PHILADELPHIA — Due to the high temperatures forecasted, all School District of Philadelphia schools will dismiss early at 12:00 noon, Friday, September 9. All after-school activities including all athletic programs and professional development classes scheduled for Friday are canceled and all…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  The LGBTQ Home for Hope Shelter  (Photo: Facebook) The Office of the Sheriff of Philadelphia City & County donated much-needed toiletries to the “LGBTQ Home for Hope Shelter” on Thursday, September 1. “This shelter receives no consistent funding but continues to do a great job in helping those who are challenged with finding…

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ABOVE PHOTO: 900 AM WURD host Nick Taliaferro, talks with Anthony Wright and his son, Anthony Jr., during a live broadcast from the radio station’s Founder’s Day celebration at the Free Library of Philadelphia. (Photo by Denise Clay) Now that he’s been exonerated of a crime he didn’t commit, Anthony Wright is moving forward with his…

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