We're looking for Philadelphia H.S. students interested in developing their literary skills & promoting poetry throughout the city - eligible for a $1,000 stipend to further their study of poetry, will receive mentoring from Poet Laureate Sonia Sanchez, & may be called upon to represent city youth at a variety of events and functions. Applications due Oct 19, 2012.

Multiple City departments' maps are now available in one location making it easier for you to discover and access valuable information, as well as the ability to choose maps by topic including: polling places, bike lanes and the new zoning map.

The Philly 311 Mobile App provides a real-time civic engagement platform empowering Philadelphians to be community heroes and report neighborhood issues directly into City Government work order systems from their smart phone.

The Philadelphia Department of Parks & Recreation’s TreePhilly campaign is enabling residents to beautify their homes and blocks, improve their health, reduce their energy costs, and reduce stormwater runoff all in one shot, at no cost.

If you own your home and live in it, you can qualify for the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption to save money on your real estate taxes.