Tag: City Council

Chestnut Hill will likely get a new conservation district with a litany of design and material requirements for any potential development efforts.Real Estate

Chestnut Hill Could Be Getting a Conservation District

An effort is currently underway to create a neighborhood conservation district around East Mermaid Lane in Chestnut Hill that is likely to be passed by…

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker has big plans for the city's business community.Government & Politics

New Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker Has Bold, Transformative Plans For the Business Community

During her inauguration ceremony, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker outlined the important role the business community will play in her administration’s efforts to improve the…

The Covanta incinerator, a waste-to-energy facility in Chester.Environment

Chester Residents Speak Out Against Chester Incinerator Taking Philadelphia Trash

Philadelphia is using the Covanta incinerator in Chester to burn its trash, upsetting local residents concerned the city’s trash is adding to local pollution…

A Cobbs Creek golf course building has fallen into disrepair.Construction

Another Delay for Cobbs Golf Course Over Tree Clearing Concerns

The Cobbs Creek Foundation plans for revitalizing the Cobbs Creek golf course, which seemed to be back on track, now face another delay, writes Sophia…

Queen Elizabeth II waves to the crowd in front of City Hall during her 1976 visit .Events

2 Events Linked Delaware County to Queen Elizabeth II

Two events connected Delaware County to Queen Elizabeth II during her Bicentennial visit to Philadelphia in 1976, one positive and one tragic.

The queen arrived…

Rochelle 'Chellie" Cameron, CEO of Philadelphia International Airport.Travel

Philly Airport CEO Chellie Cameron Takes on New Role as City Chamber President

Chellie Cameron, the CEO of Philadelphia International Airport and Northeast Philadelphia Airport is stepping down June 24 to become the new president and chief executive…