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== Frequently Asked Questions == {{FAQ |q1=What is Holy Family University? |a1=Holy Family University is a private Catholic university located in Torresdale, founded by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth in 1954. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs with notable strengths in nursing, education, and healthcare. The campus is set in a residential neighborhood near the Delaware River. |q2=What is Glen Foerd? |a2=Glen Foerd on the Delaware is a historic Victorian estate built in the 1850s on the banks of the Delaware River. The mansion and its gardens are open to the public for tours, events, and programs. It's one of the few remaining grand estates along Philadelphia's Delaware waterfront. |q3=Is Torresdale still in Philadelphia? |a3=Yes, Torresdale is within Philadelphia city limits, though it's at the far northeastern edge near the Bucks County border. The neighborhood has a suburban character with larger lots than inner-city areas, but residents pay Philadelphia taxes and receive city services. |q4=How do I get to Torresdale? |a4=Torresdale is accessible by SEPTA Regional Rail (Trenton Line, Torresdale Station), I-95, and local roads including State Road and Academy Road. The neighborhood is car-dependent, though the Regional Rail station provides Center City access for commuters. }} {{#seo: |title=Torresdale Philadelphia - Far Northeast Philadelphia Neighborhood |description=Guide to Torresdale, far Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood along the Delaware River featuring Holy Family University and Glen Foerd estate. |keywords=Torresdale Philadelphia, Holy Family University, Glen Foerd, Northeast Philadelphia, Delaware River |type=Article }} [[Category:Neighborhoods]] [[Category:Northeast Philadelphia]]
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