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While checking on the now-demo'ed Galvo the other day, we couldn't help but peer through the fence at a former neighborhood staple. We last checked in back in 2021, when a trio of homes were under construction across the street from the horticultural cornerstone, Greensgrow Farm. While the homes are

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Don't you love a changing view? They can be found all across the city, as buildings of all different heights, shapes, and styles change the skyline and the streetscape. One spot that will look much different in all directions soon enough is the intersection of N. Broad St. & Girard

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The area around Temple's campus isn't necessarily the most beautiful part of the city. With an unfortunate number of empty lots and decrepit buildings, the line between the shiny campus and the grittier surroundings can be quite stark. Thanks to a recent demo permit (more on that in a minute),

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The rhythms of the city never stop, including from a business perspective. New stores of all varieties open and close constantly, serving the ~1.6 million residents within the city limits (plus the tourists too). The storefronts at 27-29 S. 2nd St., in the heart of Old City's restaurant row (go

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We've waxed poetic about the Workshop of the World and the changing nature of the Riverwards more often than James Harden expresses displeasure with his current team. But certain events serve as more momentous harbingers to change than others. This year's demolition of the colloquially named Galvo, the former heavy

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We sure have been busy in Old City lately, so let's add another exciting update to the list of fun. The property at 69-71 N. 2nd St. at the corner of 2nd & Arch last popped up on our radar back in March of last year. This former Economy restaurant

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After telling you about a residential conversion for 1701 Market St. just yesterday, we are pleased to report we have some more details, including some initial updates on the design and amenities. But first, a quick reminder of the current state of the office building in question, which sits in

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Back in December 2022, we were excited to report that 1701 Market St. was in store for a residential conversion by developers Alterra Property Group. Back then, longtime office tenant Morgan Lewis was slated for a move to their new digs at 2222 Market St., so Alterra put the property

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When we think of the term "cold feet," we often think of a bride or groom having second thoughts at the last minute before taking the proverbial plunge. For the Painted Bride at 230 Vine St., the drama over the years has been on par with the wedding finale of

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We started our day this morning with an unexpected pleasure in the car - a shiny little light on the dashboard with an exclamation point inside of what looks like the letter U. That light, on the off chance you've never seen it, is a sign of low tire pressure,

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