Center City District

Professor: Campaign To Market Center City Public Schools Increases Divide Of ‘Haves,’ ‘Have Nots’

According to a Temple professor, Philadelphia’s campaign to market Center City public schools only increased the divide between the educational “haves” and “have nots.”

2013/05/05

Property, Wages, or…? Stakeholders Argue Philadelphia’s Tax Policy

The discussion, titled “Philadelphia Taxes — Past, Present and Future.” was organized by the Pew Charitable Trusts and Temple University’s Center on Regional Politics.

2013/05/03

Sister Cities Park. (credit: Center City Philadelphia/Facebook)

Sister Cities Park Hosts Flea Market This Weekend

The flea market is generally vintage and antique merchandise. The market will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The rain date is Sunday.

2013/04/19

(Philadelphia City Hall. File photo by Tony Hanson)

Philadelphia Officials Holding Fast on Reporter Ban At Investors’ Meeting This Week

The Nutter administration is standing firm in its decision to bar reporters and the public from a meeting this week with Wall Street investors, despite a protest from several media outlets.

2013/04/15

Center City District Wins International Downtown Association’s Merit Award

Specifically, the Center City District was touted for its $5.2 million renovations of the Sister Cities Park, located at 16th Street and the Ben Franklin Parkway.

2012/09/25

(David Ralic of Ralic's Steakhouse. Credit: Hadas Kuznits)

What’s Cooking on 1060: Shakes, Sips, and a… Weight Loss Steakhouse?!

Here’s a look at Philadelphia’s newest spot for burgers and fries, a weekly happy hour promotion every Wednesday in center city, and — believe it or not — a South Jersey steakhouse with a weight-watchers’ menu!

2012/06/08

With Fanfare, Philadelphia’s Renovated ”Sister Cities Park” Reopens

Officials cut the ribbon one year to the day after ground was broken on the $5-million project that’s designed to draw visitors through a variety of amenities.

2012/05/10

(Opa Restaurant, at 1311 Sansom Street in center city Philadelphia, is among the 124 restaurants participating in Philadelphia Restaurant Week this year.)

Philadelphia Restaurant Week(s) Begin January 22nd

Philadelphia’s “Restaurant Week” — actually two weeks — takes place this year January 22nd through 27th and January 29th through February 3rd.

2012/01/12

Knight Arts Foundation Picks 55 Finalists For Challenge Philadelphia Grants

The Knight Arts Foundation has picked 55 projects as finalists for its Challenge Philadelphia grants. The winners will share some $3-million in funding.

2012/01/11

(A newly planted tree is unveiled at 19th and Market Streets by Paul Levy of the Center City District, left, and Michael DiBerardinis of the city's Parks and Recreation Department. Credit: John McDevitt)

City of Philadelphia Digging In On Its Tree-Planting Mission

Thousands of dollars are being raised to increase the street canopy in Philadelphia.

2011/12/07

(Clear glass pyramidal entrances to underground transit, far left, and a huge section of lawn are among the features of the new Dilworth Plaza. Artist's rendering provided)

As Makeover Begins, Philadelphia Shows Off Vision For New Dilworth Plaza

The $50-million project has begun, and officials say it will completely transform the plaza above and below ground.

2011/12/01

(JFK Boulevard on Monday morning, looking west from 15th Street. Credit: Mike Dunn)

Market Street, JFK Blvd. Narrowed For City Traffic Experiment

Market Street West in center city and JFK Boulevard look a little different today. The city has begun a two-week test of reducing both thoroughfares by one lane.

2011/10/10

(Students perform in the 2010 "Winter Showcase" at Meredith Elementary School in Philadelphia. Photo provided)

Part 4: Improving The Schools To Improve The Neighborhood

“There has to be a strong parent organization that supports those schools if you expect the school to succeed,” says one local real estate agent.

2011/09/30

Police Offer Small Businesses Tips To Avoid Theft, Following Jim’s Steaks Robbery

Police continue to search for a man who knocked down the manager of Jim’s Steaks on South Street Sunday and stole more than $30,000 dollars he was taking to the bank. But police say there are steps small business owners can take to help avoid being the victim of such a crime.

2011/07/13

Philadelphia Lawmakers Back Plan To Allow Large, Electronic Signs Along Market St.

A Phialdelphia city council committee has given thumbs-up to a measure that would allow for large-scale electronic signage on Market Street East in center city.

2011/06/08

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