At CDR Meeting, Final Bell Tolls For Historic Jewelers Row
Suburban real estate developers Toll Brothers presented their final proposal for Jewelers Row to the Civic Design Review Committee. Starr Herr-Cardillo has the news > more
In Sharswood, Effort To Save Dox Thrash House Gains Momentum
As modern urban renewal continues to erase African-American history in North Philly, one group works against the odds to preserve a renowned Philadelphia artist's legacy. Starr Herr-Cardillo has the story > more
Confusion And Quibbling At Mayor’s Preservation Task Force Meeting
Mayor Kenney's Historic Preservation Task Force convened today following the release of a draft of a summary of summaries on the state of preservation in Philadelphia. Logistical bickering and sticker activities ensued. Starr Herr-Cardillo reports > more
Beloved South Street Landmark To Be Demolished And Rebuilt
Charged with the financial burden of a fire-damaged restaurant on South Street, owners of Bridget Foy’s make plans to rebuild. Starr Herr-Cardillo has the story > more
Art Deco Enclave In Upper Darby A Display For The Ages
Starr Herr-Cardillo takes us on an Art Deco-drenched day trip to Upper Darby with photos and the backstory on the exquisite architecture of 69th Street. > more
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