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Urban Planning

A new $16 billion rail tunnel will connect New Jersey and New York City

The project is expected to be completed in 2034. Here’s what you need to know about it.

2 years ago

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Rafael Damast
Arts & Entertainment

‘Estamos Aquí’ flocks into this Puerto Rican neighborhood in Philly

Taller Puertorriqueño’s new permanent street installation traces the history of Fairhill’s Puerto Rican community.

2 years ago

Malcolm Kenyatta speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

2 years after Roe reversal, Penn and Temple students hope to mobilize young voters over abortion rights

The youth vote made a difference in the 2020 presidential election, and Democrats hope that issues like reproductive rights will bring them out again.

2 years ago

Josh Shapiro at the Union game
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Group that doesn’t disclose its donors paid $12K for Shapiro to attend Phillies games, other sporting events

The secrecy leaves taxpayers in the dark about who underwrites the outings and what interests they may have in state government policy.

2 years ago

Residents cheering and holding signs at the protest
Community

The ‘backbone of the hospital’: Penn Medicine residents are rallying for higher salaries, better working conditions

"World-class health care institutions have to pay world-class wages and offer their workers respect,” said one Philly City Council member.

2 years ago

Clarence B. Jones poses for a photo before was presented with the American Jewish Congress'
Politics & Policy

Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 politicians, activists, athletes and others

Philly native Clarence B. Jones and former New Jersey Sen. Frank Lautenberg are among those who will be honored.

2 years ago

Ballet dancers on stage
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s arts and culture scene is still a ‘powerhouse,’ but pandemic recovery remains uneven

Despite some success stories, many of the region’s arts and culture organizations have not returned to pre-pandemic levels.

2 years ago

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William Noel stands
Community

William Noel, groundbreaking librarian and open data advocate, has died

The Philadelphia native was honored at the White House for his advocacy of unrestricted digital information access.

2 years ago

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A residential street in Norristown, Pa.
Health

Montgomery County wants to hear about your health priorities

The county’s Office of Public Health will use survey results to shape priorities for the upcoming Community Health Improvement Plan.

2 years ago

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A Callery tree is seen on a Fishtown street.
Community

As spring flowers bloom, Callery pear trees can no longer be planted in Pa.

Pennsylvania is just one of more than a dozen states that have recently banned — or want to ban — the ornamental tree.

2 years ago

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White Clay Creek State Park
Urban Planning

New Castle County unveils comprehensive sustainability plan, seeking community input on priorities

The plan includes nearly 200 items, such as expanding the county’s farmers market program and making more rain barrels available to residents.

2 years ago

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a tinted side window of a car
Community
6abc

Tickets coming for car owners with illegally tinted windows in Philadelphia

Come July 1, vehicles with illegal tints — more than 70% visible light transmittance — will be subject to a $100 parking ticket.

2 years ago

workers replacing lead water pipes in the ground
Urban Planning

Pa., N.J. and Del. to receive millions in federal dollars to replace lead pipes

Municipalities and utilities are required to create an inventory of lead pipes by October.

2 years ago

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The Meadowlands trailhead
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Lawsuit fails to stop FDR Park renovations

A judge decided her court does not have jurisdiction to hear the suit to stop clearing trees. Petitioners plan to appeal.

2 years ago

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A crafter uses a machine at Crafters Village
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Broad Street Run, Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival and Philly Tech Week in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

May 2–5: Sing Us Home Festival in Philly, ''The Bodyguard: The Musical'' in N.J. and Croce Plays Croce in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

2 years ago

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