On Banker’s Row, Red Brick Paving Was Good As Gold
Chestnut Street--Wall Street before the US central bank was moved from Philadelphia--was once paved with red brick. Harry K says red brick meant gold. He has the story on what was "Banker's Row" > more
Raising Expectations In The Lower Northeast
One of the most diverse places in the city is growing; on the Daily this week we have coverage and analysis on plans for Frankford, Northwood, Lawncrest, Summerdale, and Oxford Circle > more
Finnigan’s Opposition
Why neighbors of Spring Garden's Finnigan's Wake are anxious once more, unpopular plans for waterfront apartment building approved, Lower Northeast plans look at short and long term, and rental homes finished in Northern Liberties > more
Large Lot Near Broad & Bainbridge To Be Mixed Use Residential-Retail
Plans include townhouses, condos, and retail > more
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