What’s that annoying buzz? PennDOT considers daytime construction after noise complaints
The Center City viaduct revamp is one of just nine projects continuing through the pandemic.
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Art Museum’s ‘Oval’ to become permanent park, many other Philly public spaces advance
From the Schuylkill Crossing to Graffiti Pier, there's lots of progress planned for this year.
10 actually fantastic pumpkin dishes to eat right now in Philly
Including PSL ice cream *and* PSL donuts.
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30-year mural to ‘stop the violence’ gets resurrected in South Philly
The developer who destroyed the art helped pay to get it painted anew.
Philadelphia’s new version of street sweeping is…dusty
Watch a demo of the backpack leaf blowers that will scatter debris — so drivers don't have to move their cars.
Taking on gentrification with a community land trust in Point Breeze
The WCRP is building five new houses that'll be affordable for the foreseeable future.
A South Philly brewery made a Gritty beer with local coffee and donuts
Introducing Gritty Gruel from Brewery ARS.
What’s the most beloved block in Philadelphia?
Now in its 73rd year, the Clean Block Contest honors residents who help improve their streets.
One of the biggest threats to Philly murals? New construction
Mural Arts estimates around three artworks a year are covered up by development.
This Philly housing project helps residents double their income
The Women's Community Revitalization Project offers 282 units and a slew of community services.