Neighborhoods
After a fiery crash, a Sharswood block captain is changing the traffic rules for her community
“This is not a Nascar racing zone,” Donna Price, a North Philadelphia block captain, said. “We’re going to slow it down and have safety for our children.”
3 years ago
As we bid farewell to 2020, tell us your story of good news from this year
From professional or personal accomplishments, to taking leaps of faith, to successfully baking that sourdough. What are some happier moments you’ll remember in 2020?
3 years ago
Report: West Philadelphia renters face a growing risk of displacement
More than half of all renters in West Philadelphia’s District 3 struggle to pay rent. Without policy change, many could be priced out, a new report suggests.
3 years ago
Neighbors are winning concessions from developers — but not affordable housing
As Philadelphia sees a boom in multifamily construction, community groups are negotiating with developers. Affordable housing is an elusive target.
3 years ago
Pandemic dims but can’t deter South Philly’s ‘Miracle on 13th Street’ holiday lights
To residents, key parts of the 15-year tradition are missing, but decorations still shine bright.
3 years ago
N.J. officials: 74 percent not cooperating with contact tracers amid COVID spike
Health officials continue to struggle to convince residents to cooperate with contact tracers, who attempt to track how the virus is spreading among people.
3 years ago
Community garden fosters African farming traditions in Southwest Philadelphia
The urban agriculture project Sankofa builds community by giving neighbors the tools and knowledge to grow their own food.
3 years ago
Listen 2:11Merry South Philly window boxes to restore and revive your holiday cheer
A photo tour of rowhomes decked out for the season.
3 years ago
Kensington residents to speak out about journalist voyeurs in their neighborhood
The Philadelphia neighborhood has been in the national media as the epicenter of the opioid crisis. An online forum will let residents sound off about how their story is told.
3 years ago
Listen 2:07Philly Latinos call on community to get involved in fight against gun violence
In a virtual town hall, North Philly Latinos affected by gun violence called on fellow community members to join Black residents in fighting gun violence plaguing the city.
3 years ago
Trenton tops homicide record after 2 men killed overnight
New Jersey’s capital city has surpassed the homicide record it set in 2013.
3 years ago
Uncertain future for North Philly horse riding club, famous worldwide and beloved at home
New stables were completed right after “Concrete Cowboys” wrapped, but the animals' grazing pasture on Fletcher Street is slated for development.
3 years ago
Philly’s intimate rowhouse blocks perfectly suited to socially distant holiday rituals
The orange cones are coming out. But this time it's so neighbors can reserve street space for socially distanced holiday hangs.
3 years ago
The Warrington-based nonprofit, started in 2012, prepared 3,000 meals for Bucks and Montco residents, the most in its history.
3 years ago
How a photographer with Parkinson’s disease made a 2020 love letter to Philadelphia
Photographer Ed Hille’s new book In Plain Sight: Public Art in Philadelphia is a love letter to the city, showcasing its beauty.
3 years ago