Preservation
NPR
1st ‘murder hornet’ nest in US is found in Washington state
State entomologists found the nest in a tree near the Canadian border. They were led there by an Asian giant hornet to which they had attached a radio tracker.
5 years ago
Mayor Kenney’s first 2020 veto reversed in win for Society Hill Civic
Council overrode the veto despite objections from critics who said the regulations set the city back on efforts to create housing and reduce car use.
5 years ago
‘Don’t want you coming in’: Springfield, Bucks County, residents push back on proposed quarry
A second hearing on the proposed two-pit quarry in Springfield Township brought appeals, explanations and musical interludes — not necessarily in that order.
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Eyes on the Street
The critics are wrong about Society Hill’s zoning bills
Two rezoning bills aimed at preserving Society Hill will not have exclusionary impacts, writes Society Hill Civic Association President Larry Spector.
5 years ago
The arts group vs. the artist: Court arguments heard in Painted Bride appeal
A Philadelphia judge blocked the sale of Painted Bride’s building, citing protection of an ‘irreplaceable’ mosaic. The case is in Commonwealth Court now.
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Eyes on the Street
A holistic approach is necessary for Philadelphia to create a more equitable historical preservation process, writes grassroots preservationist Dana Fedeli.
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Developer who wants to turn Sigma Studios into condos wins delay at Historical Commission
In addition to hosting Stevie Wonder and David Bowie, Sigma Studios is where Philadelphia International Records – the Gamble, Huff, and Bell label – got its start.
5 years ago
K. Hovnanian drops plan to build 67 townhouses by Underground Railroad site
The homebuilding company did not say why it was no longer considering the Plymouth Meeting location, which includes three historic structures and wetlands.
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Fishtown fought to save St. Laurentius church’s twin spires for 6 years. The neighborhood just lost.
Citing imminent danger of collapse, the Philadelphia Historical Commission recommended the demolition of St. Laurentius church’s twin spires.
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For rent: Apartments under the ‘Eiffel Tower of Kensington’ — a giant milk bottle
Rents in the iconic former dairy will start at $925 for a studio and $1,750 for a two-bedroom.
5 years ago
Eyes on the Street
Contro Colombo: It’s time to honor our Italian ancestors by removing racist monuments
Not all Italian Americans want statues of Christopher Columbus to represent their familial history.
5 years ago
Eyes on the Street
Why do majority-white city commissions pick the Philly history saved and celebrated?
The Philadelphia Historical Commission and Philadelphia Art Commission – are the legacy of systemic racism and racial exclusion.
5 years ago
‘I know the power of water’: Artist, caretaker of historic Darby inn narrowly escapes flooding
Delia King is among the 100 Delco residents displaced by Tropical Storm Isaias. “One day you’re fine,” she said. “The next day — boom — it’s gone.”
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Robeson House awarded $135K grant to hire director
The West Philadelphia institution will receive a $135,000 grant to help cover the new director’s salary and the costs of searching for the new full-time director.
5 years ago
St. Laurentius Church in Fishtown lives — Historical Commission delays demolition vote
A bitterly fought-over Fishtown icon will survive at least another month after heated debate over whether the crumbling landmark can be saved.
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