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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Independence National Historical Park and local FAA office caught in federal firing spree
The cuts come as parks prepare to celebrate a national milestone and after a series of deadly air crashes.
1 year ago
This retail futurist says keep Market East a shopping destination
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1 year ago
How to fix Market East: Less parking, more homes, and government aid
With the city’s planning strategy unclear, experts offer a way forward.
1 year ago
The Philadelphia 76ers are no longer building an arena in Center City. But reviving the area is still on the table.
1 year ago
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1 year ago
Electric grid operator agrees to Shapiro demand on power price cap
The change will prevent $4 billion in rate increases starting next year, gov says.
1 year ago
SEPTA trims budget, but will spend $230 million on Key 2.0
Also, the Bus Revolution is back on, assuming funding comes through.
1 year ago
1 year in, how has Mayor Parker done in achieving her goals?
From reducing crime to picking up more trash, we sort out the mayor’s ambitious agenda.
1 year ago
$11 million for EV chargers in final surge of Biden administration grants
Funds will help Philadelphia install 75 stations with 150 charging ports.
2 years ago
Feds grant nearly $40 million for Parkway, Schuylkill Trail, Rail Park projects
Long-stalled infrastructure improvements will proceed thanks to crucial funding.
2 years ago
Why Gov. Shapiro sued to limit future electric bill hikes
The state says the regional grid operator has a broken cost-setting process.
2 years ago
Philly opens drug recovery home as part of Kensington revival plan
The $54 million complex will house up to 336 people, and may expand in the future.
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