One downside of Philly’s revitalization: a high eviction rate
Councilman Curtis Jones Jr.'s "Good Cause" bill aims to change this.
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Wynnefield vs PECO and the development of a middle neighborhood
The energy company will host a meeting tonight about plans for a new substation, but Wynnefield residents want a say in how their neighborhood gets developed.
From Temple to Trump: Philly’s middle neighborhoods go to Washington
Freshman Rep. Dwight Evans tells Billy Penn he's becoming a "squeaky wheel" with colleagues on the Hill.
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Philly’s independent grocery stores: The soda tax is killing us
In neighborhoods where chains won't go, 'even my lottery is down.'
Philly’s forgotten middle: Places like West Oak Lane, Tacony endangered
Expert says 'we're watching neighborhoods decline because we're not paying attention.'
Labor Day grills: Philly pros and enthusiasts’ favorite BBQ stories
Thank God for pitmasters.