
Infrastructure
PennDOT assessing ‘pavement failure’ on Route 202 following sinkhole repair
A contractor will assess the area Tuesday to ensure repairs from a sinkhole last week will remain steady.
2 years ago
Two years later, ‘sky-high’ water bills are ~still~ leaving Philly customers in shock
PWD is well aware of the issue, but says there’s nothing more it can do.
2 years ago
Sinkhole may be to blame for freight train derailment in Whitemarsh Twp.
One of the derailed train cars is leaking non-hazardous white silicone pellets, township officials said.
2 years ago
Listen 5:46The next big storm could hit Coatesville. Will the flood-prone city be ready?
Modernizing the city’s aging stormwater system is crucial, but like other municipalities in Chester County, the price is high — and the stakes are even higher.
2 years ago
Listen 4:15Two Towamencin residents will sue township over pending sewer sale
In May, Towamencin residents passed a law, the Home Rule Charter, that forbids the privatization of their sewer system. But township officials intend to proceed with a sale.
2 years ago
What’s next as Pa. prepares to spend $1.2B on broadband
The Biden administration said the money will bring broadband to everyone in Pennsylvania.
2 years ago
North Philly transit hub, shopping district slated for multimillion-dollar overhaul
Crews are expected to start this week on improving the intersection of Broad Street, Germantown Avenue, and Erie Avenue.
2 years ago
Pa. residents behind on water bills can apply for grants up to $5,000
Grants are offered on a first-come, first-served basis for applicants who meet certain income requirements and who have past-due water bills.
2 years ago
Philly’s summer has been wetter than normal. So what’s with the drought watch?
Drought declarations are not just based on rain. They also consider soil moisture, stream flow, and groundwater, which tends to lag behind rain.
2 years ago
Philadelphia region among hotspots for PFAS in tap water, study finds
The USGS study is the first to evaluate PFAS in both public and private drinking water nationwide.
2 years ago
Mt. Alverno Road Bridge reopens in Delco, reconnecting Aston and Middletown
More than 12% of state and local bridges in Delaware County remain in poor condition, twice the national average.
2 years ago
PATCO to launch new schedule as it embarks on $6 million rail replacement project
The project will replace nearly three miles of rail between the Ferry Avenue and Broadway Stations.
2 years ago
New Jersey recycling plant supplied glass for temporary I-95 fix
Fill material for the I-95 emergency fix was made with recycled glass from Burlington County.
2 years ago
Traffic analysis shows I-95 collapse never created ‘carmageddon’ for drivers
An analysis by INRIX shows congestion was localized and has largely dissipated.
2 years ago
Spot dangerous debris while driving? Here’s what to do
A woman was killed in Philly last week after an object on the highway pierced her windshield.
2 years ago