Public Spaces

The Giving Project brings together people to collectively raise money and then give it away. This week, the group decided how to disseminate $150,000.

A street art campaign asked 10 women artists to depict 20 inspiring Philadelphia women.

On the eve of its premiere, the new AMC show created and starring Jason Segel gives thanks to Philadelphia.

Four other councilmembers joined Helen Gym to sponsor the resolution.

The South Philly green space will get a new sprayground, two separate play areas, safety surfacing, and seating. Work should be done by early 2022.

A new bill in the New Jersey legislature sets fines for beachgoers who don't properly secure beach umbrellas and vendors that fail to warn the public about the product's risks

People all across the country have reached out to ask about the fiber borrowing box.

The 184 year-old Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia is the first to install permanent architectural lighting for its grand mausoleums.

A lot is riding on the job Kira Strong describes as “a total privilege,” including the mayor’s legacy. Construction begins on 11 projects this spring.

It’s been tried before.

When Ryan Kellermeyer looks out on the junkyard spanning five blocks in Hunting Park, he doesn’t just see a pile of old cars and scrap metal.

The group (or person?) creates visual art, music and social commentary.

Mayor Jim Kenney’s administration is working out the details for a cleaning program that would treat each neighborhood differently based on a number of factors.

From the Schuylkill Crossing to Graffiti Pier, there’s lots of progress planned for this year.

Visitors can no longer carry in wheeled carts, blankets or luggage. Some believe the new rules target people experiencing homelessness.