Bannard Alley

Bannard Alley, also known as Bannard Avenue, runs southeast from Kaighn Avenue towards Mechanic Street along the elevated railroad tracks. Its origins may be as a service road for the rail line. There are no businesses or residences on Bannard Alley, but it is a much used shortcut for pedestrians and bicyclists.

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Louis Street

Louis Street runs between Haddon Avenue and Mount Ephraim Avenue, from Mount Vernon Street south to Sheridan Street. Primarily residential with many corner businesses, it passes Whitman Park and was devastated by the crack epidemic of the 1980s.

October 26, 2026