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New Leash on Life Philly helps imprisoned people, rescue dogs find hope and new lives
Norberto Rob Rosa is the Senior Vice President of programs at New Leash on Life.The non-profit reentry program pairs dogs at the pound at risk of being euthanized with prisoners deemed worthy of a fresh start.The dogs live with the inmates for 11 weeks, during which they learn life skills, career readiness, and how to care for animals.By the time they graduate from the program, the pups have the training they need to be successfully adopted.The prisoners are eligible for early parolec, with a new Leash providing an additional three months of support to help them successfully re-enter society.Rosa experienced the criminal justice system at the age of 19; his 12 years in the penitentiary is what drives him to help others.Joining a prison program at Graterford changed his life and allowed him to find his purpose.There, he met Marian Marchese, who founded New Leash on Life with Rosa's help.With his love of animals, he's helping create fresh starts for both sheltered dogs and prisoners.New Leash on Life| Instagram |Facebook
Wawa named #1 convenience store nationwide
Here in Philadelphia, we all can agree on one thing, and that’s the fact that Wawa is the best store around! Well according to a study by the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI®), the nation agrees! As part of the 2024 Convenience Store Study, Wawa came out with an industry-leading score of 82 (out of […]
See homes sold in the Camden area, Sept. 23 to Sept. 29
The following is a listing of all home transfers in the Camden area reported from Sept. 23 to Sept. 29. There were 7 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,102-square-foot home on Browning Street in Camden that sold for $60,000.
SEPTA Finally Installing 100 More Gates to Prevent Fare Evasion in Philly
SEPTA — the Philadelphia area's largest commuter transit service — is FINALLY addressing one of the biggest issues customers face each and every day on its services. SEPTA just announced it will be expanding its program to combat fare evasion in a big way. They will be installing...
More clouds in Philadelphia region Wednesday, but clearing up soon
We're halfway through the week and the weather conditions will finally start to improve after a week of gray skies. While Wednesday will feature more clouds than sun, it'll brighten up in the afternoon, and then our skies will turn sunny by Thursday. The late part of the week will be gorgeous, with highs in the mid to upper 70s. One or two spots may even hit 80 degrees before the week is up! It's now looking like the warm and sunny weather will persist through the weekend with highs in the upper 70s, before another front brings shower chances on...
Shoppes at Concord Coming to Vacant Lot in Glen Mills Area
An aerial view of the 25.5-acre plot where the Shoppes at Concord are set to be built. A new shopping center, the Shoppes at Concord, are planned for a long-vacant 25.5-acre lot at the corner of Route 202 and Ridge Road near Glen Mills and Chadds Ford, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal.
Family, friends recall giving nature of CD coach Paul Hackney
A perfect example of who Paul Hackney was as a person can be summed up in his one season of being the head coach of the Cardinal Dougherty High school varsity football team. In 1994, after coach Dominic Damico resigned to take a job at McDonogh School, Dougherty hired Ryan coach Glen Galeone, who had just won his fourth straight Catholic League championship with the Raiders to take over the program.
Two Pennsylvania Cities Named Best Foodie Cities in U.S.
When it comes to foodie cities, Pennsylvania has a lot to offer. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are two cities that stand out in the culinary world. Both cities are making their mark when it comes to food scenes that offer variety, quality, and uniqueness. According to a recent study by WalletHub,...
Activities, Traditions at SageLife Communities Foster Sense of Togetherness
The SageLife Olympics feature several Olympic-style events, including the javelin toss. Each year, SageLife communities foster a sense of togetherness and giving by participating in meaningful traditions that support the families of their team members. One such tradition is packing backpacks with essential school supplies for children, helping them prepare...
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