North Broad in the News

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.

In an interview with Invest:, Shalimar Thomas discusses how securing a BID designation has been transformative for the organization. Read Full Interview

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

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

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

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