
Public Spaces
City of Philadelphia asking for artist submissions for permanent Harriet Tubman statue
The project, with a budget of $500,000, will be the first statue of an African American historic female figure in the city’s public art collection.
10 months ago
Pa. woman convicted of storming Pelosi’s office in Jan. 6 attack
A Pennsylvania woman linked to the far-right “Groyper” extremist movement was convicted Monday of several federal charges.
10 months ago
Many residents say they’d like small changes to make the park more accessible — like new benches, public bathrooms, and an updated playground.
10 months ago
The earned income tax was meant to slow the rapid influx of development — including plans for more than 450 housing units and a 332-unit apartment complex.
11 months ago
Philly Art Commission grants final approval for part of Cobbs Creek golf course project
The Art Commission was a hurdle for the project. But after including more environmental considerations, the project team finally got approval.
11 months ago
Westtown Township residents support tax increases to save Crebilly Farm
Crebilly Farm is one of the largest pieces of open space in Chester County. It was the setting of the Battle of Brandywine during the Revolutionary War.
11 months ago
Keep the faith: Grease pole climbing advice from a former champion
Frankie Longo, who’s won the Italian Market Festival competition multiple times, has some tips on what not to do when grease pole climbing.
11 months ago
What do you think of Philly’s first urban agriculture plan? The city wants to know
There are hundreds of farms and gardens in Philly, but many growers struggle with land security. The city released its first plan to help urban ag thrive.
11 months ago
Gralin Hughes’ “Supine Horizons” is an immersive art installation promoting the political urgency of taking a break.
11 months ago
Listen 1:28Philly sanitation crews prep for mountains of trash from celebrating Phillies fans
When the Eagles won the Super Bowl, city crews picked up 92 tons of celebratory trash. “If we see that the game is going in our direction… we'll be ready.”
11 months ago
Limerick Township proposes tax increase to preserve land amid rise in development
On the November ballot, Limerick Township residents will decide if they want to pay more earned income tax used to preserve open space, which could slow down development.
11 months ago
Officials: 59 dead after Halloween crowd surge in Seoul
At least 59 people were killed and 150 more were injured after being crushed by a large crowd pushing forward on a narrow street during Halloween festivities in the Seoul.
11 months ago
No, an adult entertainment company isn’t helping Philly grease the poles for the World Series
Police labeled the lube offer a straight-up “stunt.”
11 months ago
Western end of Washington Ave. to get traffic calming measures
The road west of Broad Street will get speed bumps and “hardened centerlines,” even though it’s being left out of the road narrowing plan.
11 months ago
East Falls Post Office reopening delayed, more than a year after Ida flooding
USPS estimated the post office would reopen at the end of September, but nearly a month later, it’s still closed. Residents are frustrated.
11 months ago