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SEPTA and Amtrak are reconnecting their train stations at 30th Street

The below-ground connection used to exist, and it’s coming back thanks to a huge, federally funded renovation.

2 months ago

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After series of crashes, SEPTA’s safety training may cause bus and trolley delays

The goal is to prevent accidents in the wake of a series of crashes involving public transit vehicles throughout the region.

2 months ago

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The K&T trail along the Delaware River in Northeast Philly has been expanded

The expansion of the K&T trail is part of a larger effort to connect 11 miles of trails in Northeast Philadelphia.

2 months ago

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A free program in Philly continues to limit the number of eviction filings in the city

The Eviction Diversion Program started as a temporary initiative to keep rental disputes out of court. Three years on, it’s having a lasting impact few cities have realized.

2 months ago

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Newark replaces Unicity with DART Connect’s on-demand transportation for better accessibility

DART Connect replaces Unicity in Newark with affordable, accessible on-demand service, with reduced wait times and connections.

2 months ago

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Philly starts replacing its street lights with more efficient LEDs

The project is expected to cut the energy used by street lights in half, saving enough electricity annually to power nearly 3,700 homes.

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Pa. advocacy group’s guide encourages municipalities to update distribution center zoning laws

Recently, PennFuture released a model zoning law and guidebook for logistics center developments. They hope municipalities across Pa. will use it to update zoning ordinances.

2 months ago

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Report: First-time homebuyers in Philly area need to make more to afford a starter home

High mortgage rates, overvalued homes, and low inventory continue to hurt renters looking to enter the housing market.

2 months ago

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Strawberry Mansion housing development part of master plan rooted in health and wellness

The Diamond Preventative Health Hub will also be home to 10,000 square feet of commercial space.

2 months ago

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Trenton’s Route 29 Boulevard Project takes a step forward

The city hopes that a redesign of the state highway will restore public access to the Delaware River waterfront.

2 months ago

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A 44-acre Chester County farm has been permanently preserved

“Preserving a property like this one checks all the right boxes in Chester County’s efforts to invest wisely in open space," said Chesco commissioners.

2 months ago

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Fishtown neighbors banish sidewalk parking at rec center, putting PPA’s new quality-of-life emphasis to the test

"Contact us, we’ll come," says the new parking authority director. After ticketing returned to Shissler Rec, the cars disappeared.

2 months ago

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‘A scary proposition’: A 35-property Zillow listing is raising eyebrows in West Philly

The post appeared in early May, but has recently gained attention thanks to TikTok.

2 months ago

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An accounting: SEPTA had four bus and trolley crashes in one week

The transit authority says it’s just “unfortunate coincidence” and not a systemic problem.

2 months ago

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Regulating Airbnbs, Sharks at the Shore, Hot Pets

Philadelphia is enforcing regulations on short-term rentals like Airbnb. Other cities are also cracking down. What impact do Airbnbs have on neighborhoods and on housing?

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