Two Years In, Here’s How Philly’s Political Insiders Think Cherelle Parker Is Doing as Mayor
Political insiders weigh in on Mayor Parker's first two years, including her record on public safety and neighborhood improvements along corridors like North Broad.
A Vacant Philadelphia Factory on Broad Street May Be Adapted for Affordable Senior Apartments
The Philadelphia Corporation for Aging is exploring turning a long-empty Spring Garden building into affordable apartments for seniors, with a community center on site.
A 100-Unit Apartment Building with a Rooftop Pool is Slated for North Broad
A developer plans a six-story, 100-unit building with a rooftop pool and ground-floor retail on North Broad, part of more than 1,200 apartments permitted along the corridor in eight months.
Temple University Unveils New 10-Year Strategic Plan for Institution
Since being installed as the new president at Temple University, John Fry has been detailing his vision for the future of the institution. The plan, called “Forward with Purpose” has been approved with the target of Temple developing into “one of the nation’s leading public urban research universities” by 2034. That year will also mark Temple’s 150th anniversary. To get to its overall goal, Temple has put together a $1.5 billion fundraising campaign. Read Full Story
Spotlight On: Shalimar Thomas, Executive Director, The North Broad Renaissance
In an interview with Invest:, Shalimar Thomas discusses how securing a BID designation has been transformative for the organization. Read Full Interview
A Vacant Lot, A Health Fest, a A Vision for the Next 250 Years
Health isn’t just about choices. It’s about access. It’s about design. It’s about whether the environment gives people the opportunity to live well, or quietly makes it harder, writes Shalimar Thomas. https://www.inquirer.com/opinion/commentary/broad-street-community-health-festival-diabetes-20250818.html
North Broad is a Neighborhood to Visit
From iconic landmarks to local eats, music, art, and events like Summer aBroad, there’s never been a better time to visit North Broad. Not our words, but we would agree. Read more about why Visit Philly is saying North Broad is the place to be. Read More Here
The new Honeysuckle is the most ambitious restaurant yet this year
North Broad's newest restaurant is ranked the best. Read more about progressive bar, food, and membership. Like the vine that shares its name, Honeysuckle has had many twists over the last five years under founders Omar Tate and Cybille St.Aude-Tate. It’s been a pop-up, a residency, and most recently a grocery store, takeout shop, and supper club with the “UNTITLED” dinner series, all exploring and celebrating the culture and foodways of the Black diaspora and how they shaped American cuisine. View Full Article
Efforts to Transform Parking lot into Community Oasis on North Broad Street
Ahead of 2026, the North Broad Renaissance is working with community stakeholders and property owners to transform the parking lot into a community space that will spur community pride and economic development. Learn more about the project here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=e85HqyzWoSA
