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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2 years ago
SEPTA strike averted, but funding woes continue
Transit workers will see pay and pension increases and new security measures.
2 years ago
Intercity bus riders at Spring Garden terminal will get a waiting room trailer
Plans to move the curbside stop to an Old City garage are stuck in limbo.
2 years ago
Harris campaign spat with Bob Brady echoes longstanding gripes
Dem losses put spotlight on party leader’s long tenure as power broker.
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SEPTA postpones Bus Revolution due to budget deficit
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