
Economic Development
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
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
Listen 8:06Pa. 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
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
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
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 Person: Delaware’s tech scene
The growing presence of a tech scene here in Delaware.
8 years ago
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
‘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
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 jumps into downtown renaissance
Allentown Art Museum unveils strategic plan to become a proactive asset to city's revitalization.
8 years ago
Listen 0:00Ribbon-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
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
‘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 5:07Not 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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