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Frankly Philadelphia: Market East Pop-Ups Through December, a No-Bid Cheltenham Deal
Four Market East storefronts that were dark drew close to 3,300 visitors and $30,000 in three weeks, and now have discounted leases through December, according to WHYY News. Delco Frank works out who actually decides which small business gets a door on Market Street, then heads to Cheltenham, where commissioners say the Enclave at Melrose Park contract is a ground lease that skips competitive bidding, per Glenside Local. Plus the surging Phillies sweeping the Marlins per PhillyVoice, jazz in Montco, and a sober note on charges out of Penn State. Thursday, August 20, 2026. Get the email…
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