It has been over two years now since the Zoning Board of Adjustment approved plans for a development to reuse parts of the former Brush Factory at 12th and Jackson to create 151 apartments. The property has been left dormant, allowing for break-ins and dumping to … More News About the old Brush Factory at 12th and Jackson

Mural Arts Philadelphia has teamed up with local artist Margaret Kearney, LandHealth Institute and a group of dedicated South Philly residents for a program called Trash Academy. The initiative aims to find innovative and inventive solutions to the trash epidemic in Southeast Philadelphia—everything from art projects and cleanups to hosting big vision brainstorm sessions. Meet … More Photos from “Whats In Your Trash?” event

Julius Ferraro of the Mural Arts Program needs two volunteers to help out with the “trash academy” event on Thursday at around 5-5:30ish.   If you are available please contact lomophilly@gmail.com. Thanks!

Gas Station Garden photos courtesy of Josh Rubinsky. You can see the Gas Station Garden at Snyder and 11th.

There were 45 thefts from auto in the 3rd district on the last 28 days.  Please take precautions.

THURSDAY / OCTOBER 20TH / 5 – 7 PM 10TH & WOLF STREETS Flyer with more info here: trash-academy-event

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