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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 barely moves in a neighborhood near an elevated section of Interstate 95
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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

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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

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Politics & Policy

After Towamencin Supervisors say they intend to move forward with sewer sale, residents push back again

Towamencin residents spoke for an hour of public comment, mostly urging the supervisors to respect the people’s vote.

2 years ago

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Gov. Josh Shapiro on I-95, Ozempic, Studio 2 Trivia

We'll talk about medications like Ozempic and Wegovy being used off-label for rapid weight loss. And, an update on the I-95 accident, and Studio 2 Trivia.

Air Date: June 15, 2023 12:00 pm

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An empty, closed to traffic Interstate 95, is seen on Sunday June 11, 2023, after a vehicle fire caused an overpass on I-95 to collapse near Cottman Avenue. (Joseph Kaczmarek for WHYY)
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A step-by-step account of the plans for I-95 reconstruction in Philadelphia

There’s still no estimate of how long the highway rebuild might take, but there’s a big push to make it happen fast.

2 years ago

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Urban Planning

Civil engineers weigh in on I-95 repair process in Philadelphia

Engineers say temporary fixes of I-95 or military bridges are not viable options.

2 years ago

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Community

Officials present temporary fix to reopen damaged section of I-95

State Police to escort dump trucks carrying construction materials to ensure “not a single moment is wasted,” Gov. Shapiro announces.

2 years ago

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Trucks face some traffic congestion after I-95 bridge collapse, PhilaPort ‘running smoothly’

Dozens of tractor trailers were diverted from I-95 for the second day in a row, leaving drivers scrambling to find alternative routes in Northeast Philadelphia.

2 years ago

A firefighter views the aftermath
Studio 2

I-95 Collapse, ‘Albie’s Elevator’ Premiere

The latest on the I-95 bridge in Northeast Philadelphia that collapsed after a truck beneath it burst into flames. And, WHYY’s new kids’ program Albie’s Elevator now on TV-12!

Air Date: June 13, 2023 12:00 pm

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