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Renderings Revealed for 1520 Washington Avenue in Point Breeze, South Philadelphia
Renderings have been revealed for a new mixed-use development located at 1520 Washington Avenue in Point Breeze, South Philadelphia. Once completed, the new building will rise seven stories, with a commercial space at the ground floor along Washington Avenue. Above, 55 residential units will be situated on floors three through seven. A total of 74 parking spaces will be included with the project, with three being ADA compliant. Landmark Architectural Design is the firm behind the project.
Renovation Underway at 1501 Fairmount Avenue in Fairmount, Lower North Philadelphia
As confirmed by Philly YIMBY’s recent site visit, renovation work appears to finally be underway as part of a construction project for a four-story, 20-unit vertical addition to a prewar Art Deco commercial building at 1501 Fairmount Avenue in Fairmount, Lower North Philadelphia. Designed by Harman Deutsch Ohler Architecture, the development will add 20,558 square feet of space to the existing building, boosting the total area to 26,025 square feet. The project, which is also known under the address of 1501-05 Fairmount Avenue, will feature 5,467 square feet of commercial space, elevator service, roof decks, parking for seven bicycles, and full sprinkling. Permits list Construct Design Corp. Inc. as the contractor and a construction cost of $2.7 million.
Stetson names Murphy (Boyertown) as head women’s coach
Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 7/6/24 – From Press Release. Stetson has selected veteran head coach Sue Murphy (Boyertown) to lead the Hatters women’s lacrosse program. Murphy – a member of Boyertown High’s 1984 and 1985 District 1 championship teams – successfully led Boston University for six seasons and the University of Richmond for eight seasons at the Division I level, while also coaching at Division III schools Muhlenberg University and Pfeiffer University.
Sky Zone franchisee to reopen FreeFall Trampoline Park with ‘new, fun, cutting-edge equipment’
BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. - A popular entertainment spot is bouncing back in Northampton County. The space that previously housed FreeFall Trampoline Park, at 2800 Baglyos Circle in Bethlehem Township, will become a Sky Zone Trampoline Park later this summer. Tabula Rasa Holdings, which operates 17 other Sky Zone locations including...
Golf superstar Jordan Spieth donates $250K to introduce young people to the sport at Cobbs Creek Golf Course
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. The historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course in West Philadelphia, already undergoing a multimillion-dollar redevelopment by the Cobbs Creek Foundation, has added another golf superstar to its team. The...
Red-hot Phillies minor leaguer forcing club's hand with Triple-A dominance
After Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber hit the injured list, joining J.T. Realmuto, there were concerns that the Philadelphia Phillies would have problems scoring runs at the same clip. The offense looked dicey for the first couple of games but has since come around. Even so, if the Phillies are looking for an infusion of pop into the lineup, they don’t have to look any further than Allentown.
BASEBALL: Malvern Prep’s Tague Davis Reflects on His Future ‘It’s a Win-Win Either Way’
PHILADELPHIA - He represented Malvern Prep for a final time and the enormity of the situation clearly hit Tague Davis. His final event being associated with this Inter-Ac power, ended like so many in his high school career – with the team hoisting a trophy. Not just any trophy,...
Nick Nurse's new-look Sixers prepare to embrace small ball
In case you've missed it, the Sixers look a whole lot different today than they did just a week ago. The team landed its third star, agreeing to a four-year max deal with Paul George. Andre Drummond is making a triumphant return to Philadelphia, and after years of rumors about a potential fit, sharpshooter Eric Gordon agreed to a deal with the team. On Saturday morning, the team pounced on Caleb Martin, inking the wing to a four-year contract after his market depreciated.
Grammy Winner Melissa Manchester on Tour with 'Funny Girl' as it comes to Philadelphia
The Philadelphia premiere of the Broadway revival "Funny Girl" is coming to the Academy of Music this month.This touring production of the Tony-nominated smash hit is being called "a historic event."That's because this is the first-ever national tour of the hit musical.After its rousing success on Broadway, the show is now on the road, starring Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Melissa Manchester.Manchester has been a force in the music scene for decades, famous for smash hits like "Don't Cry Out Loud."She just released new collaborations of classic hits, like Midnight Blue featuring Dolly Parton.Now, Manchester is on tour with "Funny Girl.""To celebrate...
Plymouth Meeting resident goes on Joe Rogan podcast twice and questions 1 x 1 = 1
Plymouth Meeting (Whitemarsh Township) resident Terrence Howard went on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast twice in the past three months and questioned basic principles of math and physics, such as and whether 1 x 1 actually equals one and the basis of gravity. Howard, who has had a successful career...
Massive merger involving Great Adventure, NJ & Dorney Park, PA
After 50 years in New Jersey as Great Adventure, parent company Six Flags officially became one massive company with Cedar Fair, owner of Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom in Allentown, PA. That created the biggest theme park ownership throughout the United States and North America. News of the combination between...
Angelo Cataldi criticizes SportsRadio 94WIP's response to kissing allegation against Howard Eskin
Angelo Cataldi isn't pleased with how his former employer has chosen to handle the allegation that Howard Eskin, his longtime SportsRadio 94WIP colleague, gave an unwanted kiss to an Aramark employee at Citizens Bank Park in May. Eskin, 73, has been barred from the stadium for the remainder of the...
Stove and Co. Restaurant Group and Jasper’s Backyard Owners Announce Rooster’s, Coming to Glenside
Stove and Co. Restaurant Group will team up with the owners of Jasper’s Backyard to open Rooster’s at 294 N. Keswick Avenue. Justin Weathers, Joe Monnich and Glenside native Matt Moyer (Stove and Tap, Al Pastor, Joey Chops, GBU) and Chris Magarity (Jasper’s Backyard) will open the classic American pub with a focus on great food and drinks, a welcoming and lively atmosphere, and customer service that will have locals feeling like royalty. The new bar, restaurant and community space will occupy the former home of Keswick Tavern. Rooster’s will pay homage to Moyer’s recently deceased father, who was very involved and well known in the Glenside community.
Free outdoor movies this summer in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation are hosting free movie nights this summer and fall. Several movies are presented in partnership with the Philadelphia Film Society’s Movies on the Block. So, grab a chair or blanket and head to your local park or playground to watch a free outdoor movie with friends and neighbors.
Mayoral Musings: The Impact of 'Grants Pass v. Johnson'
As many are aware, Lansdale, and many other municipalities across the country, have been waiting for the Supreme Court to rule on the constitutionality of laws related to living and sleeping in public parks. After months of debate and discussion, last week, the Supreme Court announced their decision in the...
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Whitehall DB/WR Brandon Bird
65 tackles, 3 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, 1 interception. Coach says “Brandon practices and plays with incredible effort and developed into an excellent safety for us. He created timely turnovers in multiple games. We look forward to see him expand his game this fall. LET’S GET TO KNOW...
Late Model hits a Sprint Car; Bedford Speedway allegedly blames Flagman
Sprint Car driver Kenny Heffner has gone to social media to tell the world what happened on Wednesday night at Bedford Speedway in Pennsylvania. He got into an accident with a Late Model car. According to the video on the Kenny Heffner Racing page, several Sprint Car drivers, including Heffner,...
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