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Environment
Infrastructure
New Jersey

‘Great concern’: Jersey Shore leaders call for restoration of beach replenishment funding

After the federal government cut funds for beach replenishment, Jersey Shore leaders are clamoring to bring it back.

10 months ago

An aerial view of Seaside Park, New Jersey
Government
New Jersey

South Seaside Park in Berkeley Township submits petition to join Borough of Seaside Park

The New Jersey neighborhood is situated on a barrier island and is remote from the rest of Berkeley Township on the mainland.

10 months ago

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Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Transportation

‘Much more difficult’: SEPTA says students who rely on public transit should make alternate plans

SEPTA’s service cuts go into effect one day before the opening of Philly’s public schools. The transit agency is warning students to prepare.

11 months ago

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Properties on the 5800 block of Arch Street in Philadelphia, aerial view
PlanPhilly
Housing
Philadelphia

‘We have a year’: Thousands of Philly renters could be displaced without deal to preserve affordable units

A private developer wants to sell his vast portfolio. City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier is pushing for the city to buy it.

11 months ago

Listen 1:13
an aerial view of housing near Fairmount Park
Studio 2
Housing
Philadelphia

Public housing overhaul with PHA’s Kelvin Jeremiah

The Philadelphia Housing Authority's CEO Kelvin Jeremiah talks about a $6.3 billion initiative that would redefine public housing in the city.

Air Date: July 17, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 52:01
aerial view of residential blocks in Philly
Housing
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

Pennsylvania lawmakers hope to pass $50M repair program to keep residents housed

This is the third push to launch the program. Backers say the money is needed amid a housing crisis marked by a lack of affordable homes.

11 months ago

Schuylkill Expressway
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Transportation
Billy Penn

3 PennDOT projects are nearing completion in and near Philly that could ease your commute

Major upgrades to U.S. 1, I-76 and Sumneytown Pike are almost done, which could mean smoother drives ahead for Philly-area commuters.

11 months ago

the face of a protester with a sign reading SAVE SEPTA
Philadelphia
Transportation

SEPTA cuts still looming as riders prepare to lose access to familiar routes

The transit agency is facing severe cutbacks of service and fare hikes if it doesn’t receive money from Harrisburg soon.

11 months ago

Listen 5:16
Philadelphia City Hall
Business
Philadelphia
6abc

DC47, Philadelphia’s white-collar union, reaches deal with city on new contract, avoiding strike

The members of DC47 Local 2187 work in professional services in the city.

11 months ago

Representatives from community development corporations gold a check
PlanPhilly
Housing
Philadelphia

New Philly grant program designed to boost community development across the city

The program was added to the current city budget following negotiations between Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration and City Council.

11 months ago

Listen 1:07
30th Street Station in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia
Transportation

Proposals for a new statue memorializing William H. Gray III at 30th Street Station get community feedback this week

Organizers say the project “enjoyed tremendous support in terms of its fundraising,” but now they’re hoping for more public engagement.

11 months ago

A PATCO train pulls into a station
New Jersey
Transportation

PATCO is phasing in service changes starting Monday for deep cleaning

The first phase of the rollout will temporarily close specific stations from midnight to 4:30 a.m.

11 months ago

Visitors head into the Gateway Plaza section of FDR Park
Philadelphia
Public Spaces
Billy Penn

‘A once-in-a-generation investment’: FDR Park opens 1st phase of comprehensive overhaul

The Gateway Plaza is the start of transforming the park, which has been largely untouched for decades.

11 months ago

Members of DC33 picketing outside the Sanitation Convenience Center on Richmond Street
Business
Employment
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Philly DC 33 union vote on new deal still ahead: What you should know

A tentative deal ended the strike, but nearly 9,000 union members still have to vote on new contract. Trash pickup and other services resume Monday.

11 months ago

Striking municipal workers chant during Mayor Cherelle Parker's speech at the Celebration of Freedom ceremony at Independence Hall.
Employment
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Under pressure, striking city union gives Parker a win

The contract may be “the best deal they can get at this moment.”

11 months ago

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