Philadelphia
New South Street Bridge a lifeline for local businesses
While the two-year reconstruction of the South Street Bridge had many University City residents seeing red, some South Street businesses found it difficult to stay out of the red.
U. City bars showcase local vibe
City Tap House, Local 44 and Smokey Joe’s have recently been ranked highly among their peers, but each bar says it has unique features which set it apart from the crowd.Full-body scans at Philadelphia International Airport get positive reactions
Philadelphia International Airport is now among the 65 airports using this technology, and reactions remain positive.
One month ahead of schedule, South Street Bridge reopens to traffic
After 23 months of construction, the $68-million dollar project was completed on budget, marking a "new day" for the city of Philadelphia.In Philadelphia, illegal immigration a non-issue
In many towns and cities across the United States, there has developed a population of illegal immigrants living in the shadows. Philadelphia is no exception.
Building bridges to better health
Targeting the Mexican community of South Philadelphia, Puentes de Salud — Spanish for “Bridges of Health” — provides low-cost health care to those not covered by American insurance.
At Ase Academy, a learning family
Every Saturday morning Dubois residents meet up with local middle and high-school students at Ase Academy, a program that offers academic tutoring, mentorship and leadership training.Cash, convenience can dictate dining
At University City High School, a group of students is learning about the values of eating organic through the Urban Nutrition Initiative, a program that teaches students how to grow organic foods and emphasizes the benefits of healthy eating.
Philadelphia Film Festival comes to campus
This week, students weary of typical blockbuster offerings have an antidote to box-office boredom close to campus. With Penn sponsoring the festival, about 40% of screenings are in U. City.New eateries near campus aim for West Philadelphia interest
Three new restaurants add to the budding upscale dining scene in University City, to fit in with the wants and needs of the area's residents.South Street Bridge to open Nov. 6
After nearly two years of construction, a major passage between West Philadelphia and Center City will reopen when the new South Street Bridge is complete.
On Baltimore, $1 is all it takes
The Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll on Thursday night will feature $1 specials from 14 merchants on Baltimore Avenue between 42nd and 50th streets.UCD design competition promotes sustainability
University City District is partnering with Penn for the 40th Street Sustainability Smackdown, a competition for teams of students to submit ecologically sustainable designs for retailers in University City.New mural recognizes Penn nurses
On Wednesday evening, the Mural Arts Project unveiled “The Evolving Face of Nursing” — a 6,500 square-foot mural of nurses with an LED lighting system.Map shows race division in Philadelphia
While the Civil Rights Act abolished segregation 46 years ago, a new map of Philadelphia serves as a reminder that racial separation still exists around the city, even near Penn’s campus.
Reporter's Notebook: Taking a look at SEPTA control
When the DP checked out SEPTA's hub for operations and safety, the room was alive with activity as authorities responded to Friday's massive rainstorms.Local entreprenuer aims to attract students to West Phila. businesses
Andrew Toy, Director of the Retail Resource Network at The Enterprise Center, provides local minority entrepreneurs with advice on marketing — an expense which he said many do not consider when planning their businesses.
Tucker Max promotes ‘Assholes Finish First’ in Philadelphia
Tucker Max lived up to the title of his newest book, Assholes Finish First, at his Philadelphia book signing Thursday.