Urban Planning
For cash-strapped Johnstown, sewer system overhaul comes with hefty costs
Johnstown is not an outlier when it comes to these problems, though its situation may be more severe.
9 years ago
Moving toward urban development that benefits all Philadelphians
Is Seattle really a model that Philadelphia wants to emulate?
9 years ago
The Amtrak derailment and the future of U.S. infrastructure
Guests: Allan Zarembski, Robert Puentes The AmTrak derailment in Washington highlights the need to repair and upd ...
Air Date: December 21, 2017
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$28 million renovation of Sharswood senior apartments underway
Work on the Blumberg tower's 94 apartments in North Phily is expected to be finished in a year. It's part of a $500 million redevelopment of the Sharswood neighborhood.
9 years ago
‘Flush and boil’ advisory in Pittsburgh speaks to statewide infrastructure need
Many cities across Pennsylvania are struggling with outdated infrastructure, especially their water and s ...
9 years ago
Gamblers, foreign money and struggling homeowners: Inside Philly’s sheriff sale boom
Once sleepy sheriff's auctions have become crowded with bidders hoping to cash in on skyrocketing real estate prices.
9 years ago
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