Urban Planning
The 76ers’ proposed arena could give Market East the lifeline it needs
The 76ers' proposed arena isn’t happening tomorrow — we have time to vet, analyze, and give careful consideration, argues former Philly Mayor Michael A. Nutter.
3 years ago
The Frankford El celebrates its centennial: 100 years of connecting neighborhoods to Center City
Residents have simultaneously appreciated and disdained the Frankford El since it debuted in Philadelphia 100 years ago.
3 years ago
Listen 5:14Study finds Philly’s bikeshare program got more people riding
A Drexel University study finds that Philly’s bike share is seeing a growth in first-time members.
3 years ago
Philly sanitation crews prep for mountains of trash from celebrating Phillies fans
When the Eagles won the Super Bowl, city crews picked up 92 tons of celebratory trash. “If we see that the game is going in our direction… we'll be ready.”
3 years ago
Why SEPTA’s most controversial project is moving ahead
Critics of KOP Rail are unhappy with the direction of the $2 billion extension, but the transit authority is committed to funding the plan.
3 years ago
I-95 to close in Wilmington this weekend
Drivers on I-95 through Wilmington will face another weekend-long closure, this time affecting Northbound traffic.
3 years ago
Western end of Washington Ave. to get traffic calming measures
The road west of Broad Street will get speed bumps and “hardened centerlines,” even though it’s being left out of the road narrowing plan.
3 years ago
Philadelphia drops new regulations on streeteries: Here’s what you should know
While the regulations go into effect immediately, restaurant owners will have a period of time to review options available to them, and prepare.
3 years ago
What to know about Philly’s ADA settlement over curb cuts
The ADA settlement covers ramps that connect sidewalks to streets, but not sidewalks themselves. “It takes time,” one disability rights advocate said.
3 years ago
Listen 4:49A tree falls in Tioga to signal the start of an effort to clean alleyways of vegetation
The goal is to restore access to city alleyways choked off by trees and other vegetation.
3 years ago
Getting to the bottom of Philadelphia’s potholes
What causes potholes — and why are there so many of them?
3 years ago
Listen 11:52More bike lanes open in Philly as part of Vision Zero initiative
Adding more protected bike lanes is part of the city’s Vision Zero plan to limit speeding and reduce traffic fatalities.
3 years ago
SEPTA is considering cutting 26 routes to improve on-time service
The goal is to encourage riders to return to mass transit by making it better and faster.
3 years ago
Philadelphia to launch ‘Smart Loading Zones’ pilot program
Later this month, 21 zones throughout Center City will be available to reserve through the Pebble Driver App.
3 years ago
Rehoboth considers ban on gas-powered mowers and other yard equipment
A Rehoboth Beach committee is expected to recommend a phased-in ban on gas-powered gear to cut down on pollution and noise.
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