Meir Rinde is an investigative reporter at Billy Penn covering topics ranging from politics and government to history and pop culture. He’s previously written for PlanPhilly, Shelterforce, NJ Spotlight, and other publications, and was a staff writer at the Trenton Times and Lawrence Eagle-Tribune. He lives in Passyunk Square with his family.
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The city is evaluating waste-disposal options, while also studying bacterial “digesters” and tip-toeing into composting.
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Philly’s only rec center designed for people with disabilities has been closed for six years.
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E-commerce industry group lobbies against the fee, citing potential impact on workers and disadvantaged residents.
2 weeks ago
SEPTA launches publicity blitz ahead of bus network overhaul
Dozens of bus routes will be cut, added, lengthened, realigned and sped up starting in August.
3 weeks ago
Esperanza’s land trust transforms decrepit North Philly homes into gleaming low-cost rentals
The North Philly nonprofit works to “protect our community” from a growing displacement threat.
3 weeks ago
The Chinatown Stitch lives: A $10 million design grant keeps the park project moving forward
Planners are lobbying the federal government for restoration of a rescinded $150 million grant.
3 weeks ago
‘Small but meaningful’ – How a Philly attorney invented the first matchbook
A “Firstival” in Old City on Saturday celebrates the historic innovation with storytelling and family activities.
4 weeks ago
Market East will get retail pop-ups and murals as long-term revival strategizing continues
Business group aims to spruce up the struggling corridor ahead of FIFA and Philly250 events.
1 month ago
‘How far can we take it?’ Open Streets returns to Rittenhouse, with eyes on expansion
Organizers also announce Midtown Village dates and call for similar events citywide.
1 month ago
Krasner warns against retaliatory shootings as weather warms up
Leave justice to the police and courts, or else risk arrest and long jail terms, Philly’s DA says.
1 month ago
The world’s first-ever women’s medical college opened in Philly 176 years ago
A “Firstival” event at Drexel University on Saturday honors the pioneering school, doctors, and successor institutions.
1 month ago
Philly’s bus station needs a permanent home; questions loom about Filbert Street, ICE office, Amtrak
Residents wonder about using the old Greyhound station, and object to 8th and Arch option.
1 month ago