About six months ago, we told you about 1942 Christian St., a vacant corner property owned by an affordable housing developer based in Cherry Hill. A neighbor checked in the other day, and gave us the heads up that this property, which has been empty for about two-and-a-half years, may

Three weeks ago, we gave you the lowdown on a four foot water main break at 21st & Bainbridge that resulted in a river in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood. Impressively, PWD was able to shut off the flow of water down the street and restore water service to almost the

We've highlighted Lancaster Ave. a few times in the past, wondering whether the diagonal route to the Main Line could see increased revitalization west of 38th Street at some point in the near future. With a street like this, with so many amazing buildings that are not exactly in pristine shape after years

Over a year has passed since Philadelphia foodies were initially teased with the news that Stephen Simons, owner of the always-busy Khyber Pass Pub, Royal Tavern, and Cantina restaurants, would open an Asian concept restaurant that heavily centers on a culinary trend that Philly is just now coming to embrace

According to Technically Philly, venture firm First Round Capital is coming this fall to 4040 Locust St., a warehouse building that's seen a diverse collection of tenants over the years.

Back in 1976, Urban Outfitters moved to this space, after outgrowing their original location at 4307 Locust Street. According to this

Over a year ago, we told you about plans for a second OCF Coffee House at the corner of 20th & Federal, in Point Breeze. And tonight, after several delays, the cafe will finally be opening its doors. In case you don't know anything about this building's history, here are

Fret not Queen Village, for pizza has returned.

Village Kitchen has recently opened at 825 S. 4th St. in the space previously occupied by Queen Village Pizza. While some may be disappointed to see a pizza joint take the place of a pizza joint, Village Kitchen at least has a brand

You've likely noticed that we've been paying quite a bit of attention lately to the Northern Liberties and Fishtown neighborhoods. Well, if you live someplace else and crave a little more attention, don't be offended, it's nothing personal. All's we can do is report about where the action is taking

This week, the Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I, for short) launched a new website. An increased user-friendliness and a general appearance that the website wasn't designed in 1996 are two of the most immediately noticeable changes from the past. Check out the new homepage:

Most interesting to us, however, are

On site work commenced this week as workers refashioned the triangular intersection of 42nd St. and Woodland Ave. in University City, as part of the City’s Pedestrian Plaza Program. A ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for September 19th.

Launched last year, the program is aimed at transforming underutilized asphalt into welcoming pedestrian spaces, a citywide trend that’s