North Broad in the News
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.
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 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.
A 188-Apartment Building is the Latest New Development Slated for North Broad Street Area
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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.
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
