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Ship that caused bridge collapse had apparent electrical issues while still docked, AP source says

The person said Monday that alarms went off on the Dali’s refrigerated containers, likely indicating an inconsistent power supply.

2 years ago

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Changing Communities
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Philadelphia
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A former Harrowgate textile mill gets new life as an apartment building

Collins Lofts is the third redevelopment Odin Properties has completed in the North Philly neighborhood.

2 years ago

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Energy
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Philadelphia Gas Commission approves $19 million in new fossil fuel infrastructure

Climate activists say PGW’s plan for the infrastructure conflicts with the city's climate goals.

2 years ago

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Infrastructure
Philadelphia
Streets & Roads
6abc

I-95 NB in Philadelphia reopened after repairs made to Conrail bridge: PennDOT

The northbound lanes of the highway had been closed since April 1, when a tractor-trailer struck the bridge around 1:30 p.m., forcing the closure of I-95 NB.

2 years ago

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Architecture & Design
Environment
Philadelphia

Earthquake unlikely to cause much property damage in Philly, experts say

The city sits on stable ground, minimizing the potential for a significant impact.

2 years ago

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Environment
Infrastructure
Pennsylvania

‘If it can rain, it can flood’: Amid severe storms in Bucks County, Pa. officials are trying to tackle rising flood insurance premiums

Heavy rain events are becoming more frequent and are lasting longer. Pa.'s insurance commissioner says “not even close” to enough people have flood insurance.

2 years ago

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I-95 North near the Betsy Ross Bridge is seen shut down for repairs
Philadelphia
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6abc

Philly officers were escorting truck on ‘approved route’ before Conrail bridge crash

The Conrail bridge repairs in Port Richmond are expected to be completed by the weekend. I-95 NB remains closed.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia
Public Spaces
Transportation

SEPTA is piloting a new gate to help stop turnstile jumping

The transit agency is testing out a new gate system at 69th Street Station that would replace the traditional turnstiles currently in use.

2 years ago

Pedestrians cross 10th Street in the Chinatown neighborhood of Philadelphia
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Philadelphia
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Real Estate
Sports

‘A little undercooked’: Sixers arena plan gets another icy reception from design panel

Nearly 50 people weighed in during the all-day hearing. The overwhelming majority had lingering concerns with the team’s updated plan.

2 years ago

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A truck hit an overhead bridge on I-95 in Port Richmond April 1, 2024.
Infrastructure
Philadelphia
Streets & Roads
6abc

Conrail bridge repairs in Port Richmond could be completed by weekend; I-95 NB remains closed

PennDOT is advising drivers to avoid the closure areas and warns about the possibility of significant backups on I-95.

2 years ago

The Delaware River Bridge in Bristol,
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National
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

The Baltimore collapse focused attention on vital bridges. Thousands are in poor shape across the U.S., including in Pa.

Iowa has the most poor bridges, followed by Pennsylvania, Illinois and Missouri.

2 years ago

Highway signs on Interstate 95, Route 202 and Interstate 495 splits in Wilmington, Del. (Khairil A Junos/ BigStock)
Delaware
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Streets & Roads
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Delaware has seen a 16% decrease in traffic deaths

After nearly matching a record for highway deaths in 2022, the numbers dropped last year. But state leaders warn warmer days often bring a rise in fatalities.

2 years ago

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Housing
Income Inequality
Philadelphia

First-time homebuyers in Philly area need to make more money to buy a starter home

Home prices and mortgage rates continue to make affording a home a real challenge.

2 years ago

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Cars are parked on the sidewalk on Fletcher Street in Philadelphia’s East Kensington neighborhood.
Philadelphia
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Streets & Roads
6abc

The PPA is cracking down on sidewalk parking in Philadelphia

The parking authority will hire 30 new parking enforcement officers to focus on ticketing vehicles blocking sidewalks and curb ramps.

2 years ago

Mature trees shade a picnic area which is slated to become a soccer field
PlanPhilly
Environment
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

Tree clearing in FDR Park gets approval from Philly zoning board

The decision comes days after a group of residents filed a lawsuit seeking to stop the park renovation.

2 years ago

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