Things You Need to Know for February 27

The Philadelphia Water Department says Birch Street will remain closed between Salmon and Edgemont streets.

Officials say getting the sinkhole fixed is a top priority.

With the growing costs of eggs, more farm supply companies are now renting chickens.

The package includes hens, coops, and equipment along with detailed instructions. 

People who fall in love with the chicken-raising lifestyle can buy the hens for $30.

The Rent-the-Chicken company has locations in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Pennsylvania

• Central (Harrisburg) Pennsylvania – Free delivery to the Greater Harrisburg Area and within 50 miles of Liverpool, PA 17045
• Chambersburg / Shippensburg / Gettysburg – Delivery to Chambersburg / Shippensburg / Gettysburg areas
• Northwestern (Erie) Pennsylvania – Free delivery to Erie, Meadville, most of Titusville, and within 50 miles of Albion, PA 16401
• Laurel Highlands – Free delivery to the Laurel Highlands, Indiana & Cambria Counties and within 50 miles of Freeport, PA 16229
• Southeastern (Philadelphia) Pennsylvania – Delivery included to the Greater Philadelphia Area
• Western (Pittsburgh) Pennsylvania – Free delivery to Pittsburgh and within 50 miles of Freeport, PA 16229

Delaware

• Northern Delaware – Free Delivery to Northern Delaware as part of our Philadelphia Region deliveries.

Some big upgrades are coming to Franklin Square.

Historic Philadelphia Incorporated announced about $8 million worth of upgrades. 

Those include new bathrooms, new lighting, and playground renovations. 

The upgrades will take about 18 months to complete.