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November 6, 2009 (One Comment)
Walnut Hill: New Beginning for West Philadelphia High School

Last Tuesday, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new West Philadelphia High School.




Located just a few steps from the current building, the new facility will replace what was once West Catholic High School for Boys at 49th and Chestnut streets.

The

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September 24, 2009
West Philly: Up and Running


After many years and a lot of money, the station at 52nd and Market is up and running.

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September 24, 2009
Walnut Hill: It’s an “El-ebration!”


Comfort. Elegance. Convenience.

These are hardly adjectives one would typically use to describe a ride on the Market subway line.

But SEPTA is hoping that will change for commuters in West Philadelphia.

On Sept. 12, SEPTA officials, Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell and over 300 community members, gathered to celebrate the end of the Market East Elevated