Public Spaces
Gardener’s guide: How to convert your home lawn into a meadow
Meadows and native plants have a number of benefits, including soaking up stormwater and attracting pollinators.
2 months ago
Philadelphia launches ‘Alleygators’ program to help residents clear trash and vegetation from alleys
The new program will help residents keep their alleys clear with a once-a-year cleaning by request.
2 months ago
Listen 0:572026 Jersey Shore beach tags: What they cost and where beaches are free
More shore towns in Atlantic and Cape May counties are moving to digital beach badges. In several communities, you can buy them before you hit the sand.
2 months ago
Philadelphia to transform vacant lots into green community spaces under new pilot project
There are about 40,000 vacant lots throughout Philadelphia, according to officials.
2 months ago
Listen 1:14‘A full sensory experience’: Reading Terminal crowned America’s Best Public Market, per USA Today
Philly’s historic market celebrated the victory with a visit from the mayor, a flash mob and free cookies.
2 months ago
America’s first botanical garden is right here in Philly
Bartram’s Garden existed long before our nation was founded. The park was a foundation for natural history in the U.S.
2 months ago
Wildwood considering overnight boardwalk closure
The Jersey Shore community is considering closing the boardwalk to the public between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. year-round.
2 months ago
Demolition continues at collapsed Grays Ferry parking garage as officials stress safety and patience
Crews spent Saturday tearing down unstable sections of the partially collapsed garage. The collapse on Wednesday killed three members of Ironworkers Local 401.
3 months ago
Court blocks National Park Service plans to replace slavery exhibit at President’s House Site
Advocates for the site say the new renderings diminish references to slavery and whitewash American history. A federal court stopped any further changes.
3 months ago
Grays Ferry parking garage collapse leaves 1 dead, 2 missing
The seven-level parking garage was under construction for the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. It was being built to expand CHOP employee parking.
3 months ago
‘Just too onerous’: Getting bicycle racks in Philly should be simpler, advocates say
The costs, specifications and waits for a bicycle rack or corral permit might be discouraging businesses from even applying.
3 months ago
Carousel House rec center design completed, construction to begin this summer
Philly’s only rec center designed for people with disabilities has been closed for six years.
3 months ago
Philly’s soccer summer ramping up: two new soccer fields to offer local fans their own place to play
A temporary field at City Hall and a permanent installation at Tip Top Playground in Northern Liberties are designed to build excitement for the World Cup.
3 months ago
2 injured after plane crashes in Northeast Philadelphia park
Both people on board the small aircraft were taken to the hospital in serious condition.
3 months ago
Listen 0:53Philadelphia needs lifeguards. Apply today to qualify for a $1,000 end-of-season bonus
Free lifeguard training is open to all, and applicants ages 16-24 can receive a free Red Cross certification.
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