The Philadelphia Board of Education is taking steps to address the future of vacant school properties across the city. In a recent vote, the board agreed to explore the possibility of transferring surplus school buildings to the City of Philadelphia, a move that could play a role in expanding housing and redevelopment efforts. While the vote does not obligate the school district to transfer any...
New environmental testing near the closed Boyertown Landfill in Douglass Township has identified elevated levels of PFAS, commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” raising concerns for nearby homeowners and residents who rely on private wells. The findings are part of ongoing investigations into contamination from the former landfill, which operated from the 1950s through 1987 and accepted both...
The Coatesville Area School District (CASD) has announced a significant reorganization of its elementary schools that will take effect next school year. The changes include the closure of two existing elementary schools, the opening of a new facility, and a realignment of attendance boundaries across the district. These updates are part of a broader, long-term facilities plan and may be of interest to...
Telford Borough is preparing for notable changes that will impact landlords, renters, and homeowners beginning in 2026. Borough Council recently approved a new rental inspection and licensing program, along with a modest property tax increase as part of the 2026 municipal budget. New Rental Inspection Program Begins January 1, 2026 Effective January 1, 2026, Telford will implement a rental...
Philadelphia commuters can expect a major improvement in Regional Rail service this holiday season. Governor Josh Shapiro recently announced that SEPTA will receive nearly $220 million in state capital funding to address safety upgrades and restore full rail operations. Why the Funding Was Needed Earlier this year, SEPTA faced widespread service disruptions after several Regional Rail cars were...
New Britain Township is considering a significant update to its sewer and on-lot septic ordinances, which could impact homeowners, buyers, and real estate professionals in the area. The township council is reviewing proposals to modernize wastewater management standards, inspection requirements, and property-transfer rules. Key Changes in the Proposed Ordinances The proposed revisions would overhaul...
Philadelphia is preparing for its 250th anniversary in 2026 with major upgrades to Logan Circle, one of the city’s iconic landmarks. Residents, commuters, and visitors can expect construction and improvements through May 19, 2026, including sidewalk reconstruction, ADA accessibility enhancements, and a restored Swann Memorial Fountain. Sidewalk and Accessibility Improvements The city, in...
The Main Line is seeing a major real estate shift as Valley Forge Military Academy and College (VFMAC) prepares to sell a significant portion of its campus to neighboring Eastern University ahead of VFMAC’s planned closure in May. The deal marks one of the most notable institutional property transfers in the region and is expected to reshape future land use near Radnor and Tredyffrin...
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has officially opened a larger pediatric primary care office in the newly constructed Drexeline Medical Office Building at Drexeline Town Center in Drexel Hill, Delaware County. The three-story, 60,000-square-foot medical office building, developed by MCB Science + Health, is fully leased, with CHOP occupying the first floor and the Delaware County...
Tower Health recently announced significant changes at Pottstown Hospital, including the closure of its ICU, cancer center, endoscopy suite, and medical-surgical unit by January 2026. These changes will result in 131 layoffs as part of a broader reduction of 350 positions across Tower Health. The hospital’s staff and nurses expressed concern that the closures will force patients to travel farther for...
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