
Public Spaces
Hanukkah gathering in Rittenhouse Square brings hundreds together
The eight nights of Hanukkah conclude on Jan. 2.
6 months ago
100-plus cities in the U.S. banned homeless camping this year. But will it work?
The burst of new laws follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling and reflects public frustration with record-high homelessness.
6 months ago
Philadelphia region celebrates holiday season with festivities for all
The Philadelphia area comes to life as people celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa with a wide variety of activities.
6 months ago
A 2,000-square-foot community center is under construction with a kitchen, meeting rooms and office spaces to support residents in transition.
7 months ago
Listen 1:28$73.5M beach replenishment project starts in January at Jersey Shore
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will pump 2.1 million cubic yards of sand onto the shoreline between the Manasquan Inlet and Seaside Park.
7 months ago
Drone detectors in New Jersey have found ‘little or no evidence’ of wrongdoing, governor says
Over the weekend, 13 suspected sightings were reported, Gov. Murphy said Monday. Federal officials say drones aren't being operated with bad intent or by foreign governments.
7 months ago
Drones, planes or UFOs? Americans abuzz over mysterious New Jersey sightings
This week seems to have begun a new, higher-profile chapter, with lawmakers and Gov. Phil Murphy demanding answers.
7 months ago
New Jersey governor wants more federal resources for probe into drone sightings
Murphy and other officials say there is no evidence that the drones pose a national security or a public safety threat.
7 months ago
Protesters disrupt Center City traffic in response to City Council advancing 76ers arena proposal
Roughly 70 vehicles disrupted traffic on Market Street to simulate traffic congestion before and after events at the proposed 18,500-seat arena.
7 months ago
Listen 1:10At long last, a new pedestrian bridge for Wissahickon Valley Park
The project restores Valley Green Run in the hugely popular city park.
7 months ago
$300 million or bust? Council prepares to vote on arena proposal
The past week has been marked by a shifting terrain and last-ditch negotiations. Wednesday’s vote will provide clarity — maybe?
7 months ago
City Council is expected to take a preliminary vote on the arena next week. The team says it needs the body to approve development before the end of the year.
7 months ago
Let there be light: Where to find Philly holiday tree lightings
With tall trees and holiday decor popping up across the city, Billy Penn rounded up several light shows and ceremonies for you to consider.
7 months ago
At last public comment session on arena project, tensions on full display
Supporters and opponents showed up for a final, testy, raucous hearing on the Sixers arena proposal Monday night.
7 months ago
Proposed legislation would restrict mobile providers from operating on residential streets, near schools and recreation centers and in other public areas of Kensington.
7 months ago
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