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New "downtown" definition shows where Philly ranks
Philadelphians are familiar with the term Center City and most will agree on its definition, but Center City is not in…
Take Center City District's annual survey
It's time once again to let Center City District know just what you think of their work to make Philadelphia's core…
Center City District adds, updates bus stop maps
For years Center City District has made attempts to improve wayfinding and directional signage throughout its territory. Most recently the organization…
Schuylkill Banks offers adopt-a-bench program
Last week Schuylkill Banks flipped the switch and turned on the newly revamped enhancement lighting on four Schuylkill River Bridges. With…
Flashy new lights illuminate four Schuylkill River Bridges
Last night Schuylkill Banks and friends "threw the switch" and and lit the new, enhanced lighting on four Schuylkill River Bridges…
Bike rack design competition extended to Sept. 30
Back in June we told you about the design competition for sculptural bike racks to be installed on plazas and sidewalks…
Fresh glow for Schuylkill crossings
The glorious clusters of globe lights installed on the Market Street Bridge to honor the new millennium are fully illuminated once…
Calling Center City workers: How's your commute?
Do you work in Center City? Are you part of SEPTA's record-breaking regional rail ridership? Do you carpool into the city?…
Call for artist-designed bike racks
Philly already has a few artsy bike racks - the sculptural post outside of Johnny Brenda’s in Fishtown, the bicycle-shaped racks…
Schuylkill River boardwalk construction is buzzing along, in tune with tide
Walk or wheel south along the Schuylkill River Trail today and you’re bound to hit the dead end just past Locust…
More Park, Less Way reflects larger transportation trends
The Benjamin Franklin Parkway has always reflected Philadelphia’s general attitude toward transportation, and as the city rolls out More Park, Less…
PHS adds holiday cheer, calls attention to public landscape
During the holiday hustle on busy streets like the Avenue of the Arts, it can be easy to overlook everyday details…
Feet First Philly "where's my effin' sidewalk?" contest winners
A few months ago Feet First Philly asked Philadelphians “where’s my effin’ sidewalk?” – kind of. They asked Philadelphians on foot…
Point Breeze eminent domain moves ahead | more variances for retail? | Police still use typewriters | Germantown trash woes | Native American Museum decays | record Restaurant Week
Autumn street| Eyes on the Street Flickr GroupGood morning, Streeters. It’s GIS Day and we’ll be hanging out with mapmakers…
Cultural BRT route | SEPTA's energy action plan | Neighbors plan new future for Frankford Y | Activating South Broad
After a taste of Indian summer yesterday, we’re back to our regularly scheduled November weather today, Streeters. Don’t forget the umbrella…
November 12-16: Hazardous tree care workshop | Orchard planting at Nelson Playground | High-performance homes | Green City, Clean Waters info
After the Storm: Recognizing the signs of a hazardous tree Tuesday, November 13, 6-8pm. Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, 100 N. 20th St.…
Stream buffer debate continues | Pedestrian pains, gains at Dilworth Plaza | Society Hill neighbors vs. Toll Brothers at ZBA | Fishtown and Obama | Wissahickon Gateway meeting
Autumn color | Eyes on the Street Flickr groupGood morning, Streeters. The moon was visible last night and this morning…
Provence on North Broad: Bart Blatstein's casino/resort/entertainment complex
A rooftop shopping street with French flourishes, a 125 room hotel, 3000 slot machines, 150 table games, two swim clubs, a…
