May 13–20, 1999
ward's eye view
Philadelphia CITY PAPER Interactive—Ward's Eye View
The 8th WardWe Can't Get No Education
Voters in the 8th Ward are likely to focus on education in the upcoming mayoral election.
by Gwen Shaffer
Dwight or White?
That's the question dogging the 50th Ward.
by Jen Darr
Back to Basics
Increased power and fighting words in the 7th Ward.
by Christopher McDougall
Russian Roulette
In Northeast Philly's 56th Ward, some voters are speaking a totally different language. Even so, the mayoral candidates should be listening.
by Gwen Shaffer
Boom Town Rants
With DisneyQuest and a host of other projects in the works, Center City East is an increasingly exciting place. But will it stay that way for those who live there?
by Frank Lewis
Between a Rock and a Greenspace
Roxborough residents' desire to preserve their neighborhood's 'country in the city' charm often puts them at odds with developers and City Hall.
by Frank Lewis
Dumped On... and on... and on....
A tire here, an engine block there—illegal dumping takes a toll on Southwest Philadelphia.
by Frank Lewis
The Hill's Will
Chestnut Hill residents want the next mayor to preserve their small-town way of life.
by Jen Darr
Southern Style
Torn between the warm sense of community and the abhorrent lack of parking, residents in South Philly's 39th Ward don't know whether to love it or hate it.
by Gwen Shaffer
Strange Brew
A community group in the north section of Brewerytown wants politicians to take notice of their ailing neighborhood.
by Jen Darr
Fighting Flight
A strong sense of civic pride has kept some of the neighborhoods in West Philadelphia's 34th Ward beautiful. But even that's not enough to keep families in Philly.
by Jen Darr
Lots of Progress
Kensington's beautification efforts could serve as a model for the rest of the city, but not without support.
by Frank Lewis
A Tale of Two Cities
Penn's mortgage assistance program is creating soaring real estate prices along with its upscale shops. Are long-term West Philly residents being marginalized in the process?
by Gwen Shaffer
