Appeal for waterfront AAA in Pennsport denied, what now?

Apparently, the Zoning Board of Adjustment doesn’t like the idea of a waterfront AAA auto service/retail center at 1601 S. Columbus Blvd., either. PlanPhilly reports that AAA’s appeal to have their permits reinstated, after L+I revoked them back in March,

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Help shape the future of the South District with this fun interactive map

As part of the comprehensive city-wide Philadelphia 2035 plan, the Philadelphia City Planning Commission has announced that a public meeting regarding the South District Plan will be held at South Philadelphia High School (2101 S. Broad St.) from 6 p.m.

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Unsurprisingly, South Philly shines on the foobooz’s ’50 Best Bars’ list

We know it’s crazy to think, but the end of 2014 is right around the corner. As you know, the end of the year brings a bevvy of “Best of” lists. While it’s not always certain who will take the

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E. Passyunk holiday installation offers a window into South Philly’s celebrity past

Remember the “holiday greeting card” last year that the residents of the large, window-clad house on the corner of E. Passyunk Ave. and Tasker St. gave to the community by placing pictures of neighbors in each of their many windows? Kate

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