Neighborhoods

Laura Sims Skate House was the first U.S. ice skating rink created for an African American community by an African American architect.

Philadelphia teens working with Photography Without Borders captured the range of emotions of life in lockdown.

The program launched by the Philadelphia Association of Community Development Corporations was inspired by an initiative born out of the 2008 financial crisis.

There’s still more snow slated to hit Philly Monday, but some families couldn’t wait to get out of the house and braved the wintry mix to go sledding.

Philadelphia looks great in a layer of white. We’ve crowd-sourced 13 spots to brighten your snow day.

City Council President Darrell Clarke’s first big legislative move of 2021 was to reup a push for more control over real estate development in the city.

In a year when many land use matters were disrupted by the pandemic, City Council created six new neighborhood overlays aimed at shaping development.

We fear how many other businesses in the city are breaking laws and impairing the quality of life for residents without any consequences.

Mantua residents are working with city transportation planners to improve safety on a dangerous corridor. Changes are expected to come later this year.

Camden resident Maritza Alston thinks increased curbside pick-ups for trash and discarded furniture is one of many ways to solve illegal dumping.

Camden resident Shamere Fletcher calls for widespread collaboration to curb illegal dumping.

Ivy Staten-Minor has a plan to solve the problem of illegal dumping. It begins with the launch of a social media campaign.

The Delco native who came up with the idea is hoping no corporate buzzkills shut them down.

No small businesses closed on the West Philadelphia main street despite months of sustained losses, looting, and traumatic clashes between residents and police.

When a fund ran out, five teenagers were paid less than others promoting census awareness in Camden. A church gave each of them $400 before Christmas.