Public Spaces

Many cities worldwide embrace pedestrian-friendly design and even places around the US are playing with the concept. But what will it take for us to get there?

Comcast Spectacor’s vision was shared with the Washington Square West Civic Association board as a Sixers arena alternative for Market East revitalization.

“We completed over 60,000 quality-of-life services throughout the entire city of Philadelphia, block by block,” Mayor Cherelle Parker said Wednesday.

Environmentalists have bemoaned the loss of 43,000 acres to development and say more is needed, but county leaders laud the compromise law.

Samples collected over Labor Day weekend 2022 found increased chemicals from sunscreens, shampoos, drugs and fecal matter, according to a newly published Johns Hopkins study.

At the first in a series of workshops, Philadelphians raised concerns about illegal dumping, poorly maintained trees and air pollution.

Members of the Wagging Tails Brigade of therapy dogs were honored Monday at PHL, marking five years that the dogs have been dutifully working in the airport's corridors.

The Burlington County Sheriff’s Office will work with police departments in the river towns and NJ Transit Police to deter crime.

Several streets near Rittenhouse Square in Center City will temporarily close to vehicle traffic every Sunday in September during a pilot program.

Seaford’s curfew for teens between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. is an attempt to enhance public safety in the southern Delaware town.

“I don't think anyone should have to experience losing a loved one, or even just a neighbor, in this way,” said a rep for Families for Safe Streets Greater Philadelphia.

A mother cat tucked her kittens away behind a stairwell at 63rd Street Station, where they became stuck.

The owner, Jay Gillian, said while he's tried to sustain Wonderland for as long as possible, it's no longer a viable business.

Some areas have already seen a month’s worth of rain this week.

Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses, per the National Weather Service.