Bridesburg

Bridesburg

Bordered to the south by Port Richmond, to the east by the Delaware River, to the north by Wissinoming, and to the west by Frankford. The Frankford Creek, the Delaware River, and I-95 give Bridesburg distinct boundaries, making it a well-defined neighborhood.

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Points of Interest

Dyottsville

Nowhere does the widespread destruction of Philadelphia’s waterfront history seem crueler than at Dyottsville.

Richmond Coal Wharves

The looming white oil storage tanks along Allegheny Avenue are there for a reason.

Cramps Shipyard (Pinnacle Site)

This site has been vacant so long it resembles natural grassland, and in fact provides quite a beautiful stroll in autumn.

I-95 / Girard Ave. construction update

Fishtown Neighborhood Association hears from PennDOT managers and design team in charge of project that stretches from Vine Street to Cottman. Girard interchange will open July 1.

CDAG discussion heats up over potential meeting with Wynn

A suggested get together with the Las Vegas casino mogul to familiarize him with the Civic Vision for the Central Delaware creates friction among advocacy group members.

SugarHouse hopes to open with table games

Casino concern is still planning on a late Summer of 2010 opening. If Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board approves, about 40 tables with craps, roulette and blackjack will also debut.

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