In Fishtown

We had a hankering for a Steap and Grind sandwich yesterday, and something caught our eye as we approached the excellent Frankford Avenue cafe. We don't know how long it's been there, but a construction fence has appeared at 1716-32 Frankford Ave.It's a big lotThis property looks like it was

A couple of readers reached out last week, wondering about the early stages of construction on the 2400 block of E. Dauphin St., next door to three new houses from BMK Homes. Intrigued, we went out to investigate. We were surprised to discover that we'd actually covered this project a

The revitalization of Front Street took another step forward a couple of weeks ago with the opening of Front Street Cafe at the corner of Front & Thompson. We visited the new place a few days ago and came away impressed with the present and eager to return once the

We always note 'For Sale' signs in our travels around town, but when such a sign is affixed to an attractive old building, it grabs our attention and doesn't let go. Recently, we saw a 'For Sale' sign at 1420-22 E. Susquehanna Ave., and we've been thinking about it ever

As the city slowly recovered from Popamania yesterday, there were relatively few cars on the roads and we felt inspired to make a trip to Fishtown. After snapping some photos of a couple of present and future construction sites and snagging a coffee and a scone at La Colombe, we

For decades, under multiple ownerships, Fishtown Beverage made its home at 1511 Frankford Ave. and peddled beer to the masses in the neighborhood. But a couple of years ago, it closed its doors, apparently for good. The large property, which stretches back to Oxford Street, sold to developers in 2014.

We've always appreciated the Bicycle Stable, both because they are one of the better bike shops around and because they're located in a really interesting old building. So it's with some genuine sadness that we report that they'll soon be closing their doors for good. A large banner out front

In recent months we've covered a few Fishtown projects located right next to Aramingo Avenue, like three homes currently under construction on E. Cumberland St. and two new homes on Gaul Street, across from the Sergeant Storage facility. So it comes as no surprise that we're now seeing plans for a

Development is continuing to push the boundaries of Fishtown, getting closer to and even crossing over Aramingo or Lehigh Avenues. Technically, much of this activity is taking place in the area that's covered by the Olde Richmond Civic Association, which hears zoning proposals for projects to the east of Trenton

Quite recently, a member of the Fishtown Neighbors Association got annoyed while trying to cross York Street. The street is wider than most, with angled parking. At intersections it can be pretty hard to for drivers, bikers, and pedestrians to see. Sometimes cars drive side by side, creating two lanes where only