
Economic Development
Arts and culture, Philly’s $4 billion engine
Audiences and organizations devoted to the arts contributed $4.1 billion to the economy of greater Philadelphia last year.
8 years ago
Does Trump know that Puerto Ricans are American citizens?
Wouldn't it be swell if our "leaders" of all-Republican rule devoted some of their precious time to the humanitarian crisis in Puerto Rico?
8 years ago
Solar industry gets boost from PECO donation, proposed legislation
Renewable energy got a boost on Thursday when PECO donated $100,000 for a solar-job training program in Philadelphia, and a state lawmake ...
8 years ago
As Carson visits Philly, let’s call for a stronger, fairer HUD
With so many crises since Donald Trump’s inauguration day in January, it’s hard to know where to place one’s atte ...
8 years ago
U.S. coastal growth continues despite lessons of past storms
Rising sea levels and fierce storms have failed to stop relentless population growth along U.S. coasts in recent years, a new Associated ...
8 years ago
Wilmington creates commitee to guide growth and development planning
The city of Wilmington is taking a new approach to city growth and development by creating a committee that will reach out to the communi ...
8 years ago
Tale of two cities: Poverty in Camden ebbs, Philly rate stays flat
Census data released Thursday show that the city of Camden — one of South Jersey’s poorest communities — may be on the rise. ...
8 years ago
Philadelphia launching ad campaign to attract African-American visitors
A new effort in Philadelphia is seeking to attract more African-American tourists to the city by tapping new and conventional media.  ...
8 years ago
Holtec opens new facility on Camden waterfront
A more than 300-million dollar high tech manufacturing facility is up and officially open in Camden. It’s one of the more hi ...
8 years ago
Proposed natural gas pipeline in South Jersey receives key approval
A proposed natural gas pipeline denounced by environmentalists is one step closer to becoming a reality in South Jersey. On Tuesda ...
8 years ago
Union, two Philly airport contractors reach deal to negotiate labor pact
A new agreement aims to prevent future labor strife at Philadelphia International Airport. It’s also designed to bring about a firs ...
8 years ago
Urban garden brings life to Wilmington’s East Side
Revitalization projects on Wilmington’s East Side are helping to nourish, raise hope and rebuild a community plagued with poverty, ...
8 years ago
As economy changes, state rep wants to make sure Pa. jobs keep up
Retail and manufacturing jobs are on the decline — both in Pennsylvania, and around the country. So a state lawmaker is looking for way ...
8 years ago