Urban Planning
New state funding to survey possible Eakins Oval redesign
The long-discussed plans to reimagine the Benjamin Franklin Parkway moving ever-so-slightly forward.
2 years ago
‘A no-brainer’: Philly’s historical commission designates new district in Germantown
The Germantown Urban Village Historic District is now part of the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places.
2 years ago
Listen 0:53PATCO’s Franklin Square station to open later this year
The $30 million project at 7th and Race streets has steadily worked towards resurrecting the “ghost station,” and will include ADA accessibility features.
2 years ago
Listen 1:11Want speed cushions on your street? Philly is making it easier to request them
The city has also expanded the program to more blocks.
2 years ago
Listen 1:12West Oak Lane tenants protest building management over maintenance issues
Residents say SBG Management Services has ignored their requests to fix up Oak Lane Court Apartments. The company says they’re lying.
2 years ago
N.J. Turnpike and Parkway tolls going up by 3%
What’s prompting the latest toll hike on the N.J. Turnpike?
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Listen 0:59A domed indoor sports complex is coming to Cape May Airport
The Delaware River and Bay Authority Commission approved plans for an 80,000-square-foot domed indoor sports complex.
2 years ago
Listen 0:53Let there be light: Philly streets to brighten via $500K federal grant
The area from Independence Hall towards Jeweler’s Row will see the infrastructure improvements ahead of major celebrations in 2026.
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Greyhound stations were once a big part of America. Now, many of them are being shut
Greyhound bus stations are being shut down and redeveloped. The closures are leaving passengers without a warm place to get a snack, use the restroom or wait for the bus.
2 years ago
Design workshop offers alternative ideas to 76ers proposal to build a new arena in Center City
More than a hundred designers, planners, professors and local residents came together Saturday to explore new visions for the Market Street corridor.
2 years ago
‘It’ll be huge’: Cecil B. Moore Library next to be renovated by Rebuild
Work is expected to start this summer at the Cecil B. Moore Library, which serves Sharswood, Strawberry Mansion and Brewerytown.
2 years ago
SEPTA could cut services by 20%, raise fares as soon as this fall, CEO warns
“SEPTA does not want to make these cuts, especially at a time when ridership is growing,” CEO Leslie Richards said during Thursday’s board meeting.
2 years ago
Listen 1:19Parker promises change on litter and dumping in Philly. What will that take?
Advocates are encouraged by the new mayor’s early plans to clean up the city. But some are skeptical about her pick to lead the efforts.
2 years ago
Listen 1:08New Jersey Transit plans 15% fare increase starting on July 1
New Jersey Transit has been struggling with a significant drop in ridership since the COVID-19 pandemic began in early 2020.
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