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This Nov. 3, 2017 photo shows partially dismantled domes and spires at the former Trump Taj Mahal casino in Atlantic City, N.J. The casino that was built by now-President Donald Trump in 1990 is being converted into a Hard Rock casino resort. (Wayne Parry/AP Photo)
Money

Iconic domes, spires removed from ex-Trump Taj Mahal casino

Work crews are dismantling the domes, minarets, and other decorations from the former Trump Taj Mahal casino. It is being converted into a new Hard Rock casino resort.

8 years ago

Coal Hill, a pile of coal on the outskirts of Trevorton, in Central Pennsylvania, is a testament to the old industry here and a reminder that companies didn't clean up when they finished mining. (Irina Zhorov/WHYY)
The Pulse
Science

New ideas for abandoned mine lands

A bill aims to address abandoned mine lands with a focus on economic development. Proponents see it as a way to imagine a more sustainable future for old coal country.

8 years ago

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A woman plays the slots at Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course in Dauphin County, Pennylvania. (Lindsay Lazarski/WHYY)
Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

Pa. revamps policy for casino payments to host communities as it expands gambling opportunities

Changes to the local share tax come after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled it unconstitutional last year.

8 years ago

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Community

Chemours announces expansion to Univ. of Delaware STAR Campus

Specialty chemical company Chemours announced a plan to build a research and innovation center at the University of Delaware.

8 years ago

A trio of small coffee cups, similar to espresso, a barrista works two spoons and froth
StateImpact Pennsylvania
Science

Costa Rica banks on low-carbon coffee

The low-carbon coffee that Costa Rica is pushing is part of an overall plan by the country to become the first carbon neutral nation.

8 years ago

Cyclist and pedestrians take part in Philly Free Streets, Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. (Bastiaan Slabbers for WHYY)
View Finders
Community

In second year, Philly Free Streets route was car-free from Old City to North Philly

Bikes, trikes, rollerblades, and skates... and just ordinary feet.

8 years ago

First
Science

First Person: Delaware’s tech scene

The growing presence of a tech scene here in Delaware.

8 years ago

The Philadelphia skyline is seen along the banks of the Delaware River.
Speak Easy
Education

To land Amazon, we must shift academic programs to meet workforce needs

With Philadelphia among the cities vying for Amazon’s second headquarters, it’s a perfect time to analyze whether our students are prepared for tomorrow’s workforce.

8 years ago

 The Philadelphia skyline (Ashley Hahn / WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Quality of Life’ is Philadelphia’s biggest selling point. Can it survive an Amazonian invasion?

Philadelphia’s pitch to Amazon could be boiled down to three little words: Quality of life.

8 years ago

Almost 20 local leaders, politicians, and businesspeople, mainly men in suits stand around a podium; the bacground a bridge and river
Urban Planning

On brink of deadline, several Philly suburbs develop Amazon fever

Bensalem and Bristol Township — both in Bucks County — and Delaware County join the long line of suitors for Amazon second headquarters.

8 years ago

Allentown Art Museum (Alphageekpa at English Wikipedia)
Arts & Entertainment

Allentown Art Museum jumps into downtown renaissance

Allentown Art Museum unveils strategic plan to become a proactive asset to city's revitalization.

8 years ago

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Delaware Gov. John Carney attends ribbon-cutting ceremony for new Croda chemical manufacturing plant in New Castle (Zoe Read/WHYY)
Science

Ribbon-cutting for first-of-its-kind chemical manufacturer in Delaware

Chemical company, Croda, said its Delaware plant can now make a key chemical bonding agent from 100 percent renewable resources.

8 years ago

 A crew works on a drilling rig at a well site for shale-based natural gas in Zelienople, Pennsylvania,  in 2012. A plan for a severance tax on drillers had advanced in the state House.. (AP file photo)
Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

Pa. natural gas tax passes House committee, may hit a wall before full vote

Advancing the plan is a big step for Democrats and moderate Republicans, who have pushed for years to levy the severance tax.

8 years ago

The 5:05 Express to Norristown arrives at Suburban Station
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Excellent’ transportation network driving force behind Philly’s pitch to Amazon

Amazon says it wants a readily available site, with a good transportation network and room to grow. Here’s how Philly stacks up.

8 years ago

Listen 5:07
The Philadelphia skyline as seen from the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. (NewsWorks file photo)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Not exactly prime: Philly’s taxing business environment doesn’t help odds of landing Amazon’s HQ2

Amazon says it wants a “stable and business-friendly environment,” and asks cities to provide a tax incentive package — is that something Philly can deliver?

8 years ago

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