The Reader Beat: City Council Notes from December 3, 2025
Following our notes taken during the City Council meeting held on December 3 at 9:00 a.m. I attended…
Renovate or rebuild? Cecil B. Moore Library debate rolls into 2026
As 2025 comes to a close, the debate over the future of the Cecil B. Moore Library stands…
Philly City Council passes bills on sidewalk cafes, bus station and mobile care providersÂ
City Council passed several major pieces of legislation at its final session of the year Thursday and sent…
Why Reading Council cut the tax hike to 6% and what it means for homeowners | Berks Regional News
READING, Pa. – Reading’s 2026 budget is officially approved, but many residents are still asking why City Council…
Scranton council split on city purchase of bank next to City Hall for annex
A divided Scranton City Council passed legislation approving the city’s $1.88 million purchase of the Fidelity Bank building…
Philly could see more sidewalk cafes in 2026 with new City Council bill
Mural City Cellars co-owner Nicholas Ducos said he’s been trying to get a permit for picnic tables outside…
Against Parker’s wishes, Council advances version of her housing plan
By Jack Tomczuk City Council on Wednesday advanced an updated $800 million bond measure for Mayor Cherelle Parker’s…
Parker visits churches to rally support for H.O.M.E. planÂ
Metro Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker visited churches across the city on Sunday, urging congregants to back her proposal…
Reading City Council prepares to vote on budget with 9% tax increase on the table | State
READING, Pa. — City Council is preparing to vote on a plan that will determine how the City…
Philly’s best sandwiches; Sidewalk dining in ’26; SEPTA behind schedule
#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY Ripples in Rittenhouse(Photo by @_mtkrupka) Philly is the home of the cheesesteak, but there…
Council eyes expanded outdoor dining, but not everywhere
By Jack Tomczuk City Council is poised to streamline the process for restaurants attempting to set up outdoor…
Mayor, City Council clash over $800M housing plan
By Jack Tomczuk Mayor Cherelle Parker is blaming City Council for delaying the start of her $800 million…