Public Spaces
Neighbors outraged over Nazi flag flying outside of Montgomery County home
Neighbors say they first noticed the flag along Meng Road about two weeks ago and contacted Lower Frederick Township to see if anything could be done.
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Newtown municipal authority stops plan to build wastewater treatment plant
Opponents of the project say they will continue to organize until the plan is canceled.
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At a packed town hall, City Councilmember Jeffery Young proposed replacing the library with a mixed-use building. It didn’t go well.
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Listen 1:24Philadelphians push the city to do more to plant and protect trees
One possible challenge: Officials say a $12 million federal grant to help implement the Philly Tree Plan is frozen.
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Listen 1:00Bathrooms rock: Franklin Square to get $7.8M in upgrades
The Old City and Chinatown park has started a handful of capital improvements anticipating a new, underground PATCO train stop.
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Listen 1:19From parking lot to pickleball: Founder expects to open unique racket club in Philly this spring
The VIVA Padel & Pickleball Club will offer courts, social events and amenities that are the first of its kind in the city.
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The traveling exhibit uses preserved human specimens to give a deeper look at how everyday choices impact the body.
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Listen 1:08Newark denies proposal to build baseball field in Delaware park after opposition
City Council voted against a proposed baseball field at Folk Memorial Park after strong community opposition and environmental concerns.
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Eagles fan who survived New Orleans truck attack returning to city for Super Bowl
Ryan Quigley was invited to spend the new year in New Orleans with his friend and Louisiana native Tiger Bech.
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Federal officials are examining a retrieved voice recorder for clues to the cause of the crash, which killed seven.
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Of the 22 people hurt, five remain hospitalized, with at least three in critical condition, according to city leaders.
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Listen 1:03Philly libraries are vital community hubs. Many struggle to keep their heat on
Data provided by the Free Library of Philadelphia shows 29 branches closed at least once in 2024 due to heating issues.
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Listen 1:17Philly’s Rail Park raises millions for next phase from state, federal grants
Organizers expect to complete the next step in turning the Reading Railroad Viaduct into a park in a few months, but there’s a long way to go.
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Protesters gather outside Philadelphia City Hall to demonstrate against Trump, GOP policies
More than two years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, reproductive rights was a key issue highlighted during the demonstration.
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