Public Spaces
With the nation's birthday just around the corner, will the city’s infrastructure will hold up as well as the Declaration of Independence?
Air Date: June 4, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:11Philly slavery exhibit: David McCormick joins fight to restore President’s House Site
An appeals court will weigh the fate of the Independence Mall exhibit, which remains half-restored.
5 months ago
Listen 1:10Columbus Square Park, a South Philly community gathering spot
At the historic park, beer gardens, a playground and ball fields are big draws for local families.
5 months ago
Escape Philly’s busy streets at a 2,000 acre taste of nature near Roxborough
Get to know Wissahickon Valley Park, with its 50 miles of trails for hikers, bikers and anyone looking to enjoy a nearby trip to the great outdoors.
5 months ago
Conservationists launch plan to protect Wissahickon Valley Park and Creek
During the aftermath of Hurricane Ida in 2021, water rushed down the creek, flooding Forbidden Drive.
5 months ago
Listen 1:26Someone painted the 100 Steps near Manayunk completely gray. Locals aren’t happy
A truly bold and poetic all-caps complaint was left on the staircase’s wall, asking, will our children be “DEPRIVED OF YET ONE MORE NATURAL SITE?”
5 months ago
Home is where the dogs are: Everyday life around West Philly’s Clark Park
The Dog Bowl is a favorite meet-up for neighbors with dogs and even for people without pets looking for the oxytocin hit that comes from petting and cooing over a pup.
5 months ago
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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
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