Infrastructure
An electric utility company that serves more than a million customers in 13 New Jersey counties is seeking a customer rate increase.
6 years ago
‘I’m frightened’: City to shut down dangerous digging in Philly yard
Property damages related to excavation work by negligent contractors is a growing problem in Philadelphia as developers try to maximize square footage on small lots.
6 years ago
When South Street was almost bulldozed to make room for a highway
Throughout the mid-20th century, Philly looked at turning South Street into a highway. Here's why the iconic party, music and shopping destination was spared.
Air Date: February 13, 2020
Listen 15:34‘Mommy, the tub’s about to explode’: Feces in bathtub latest indignity at Camden apartments
The revolting bathroom backup follows a week of overflowing dumpsters and raw sewage that leaked onto walkways and front lawns.
6 years ago
Listen 1:24To fund road repair, Delco may charge more for vehicle registration
Delaware County officials are mulling a new $5 fee on vehicle registrations. It could help raise millions to fund road and bridge repairs.
6 years ago
Fear of firefighter layoffs sparks urgent community conversation in Camden
Camden residents convened to discuss the potential layoffs of 27 firefighters. But the mayor’s office says that talk is premature.
6 years ago
Philly school board approves millions in new contracts for toxin removal
Board members, parents, teachers stress that the District must still regain trust.
6 years ago
Wolf wants to set aside a billion dollars to fix toxic schools
The governor says he’s planning to include the pitch in next week’s budget address, along with several other lead and asbestos-remediation plans.
6 years ago
Gov. Wolf dusts off $4.5 billion infrastructure plan
The governor introduced Restore PA last year, to a chilly response from Republicans. It’s one of several unsuccessful proposals he is reiterating ahead of his budget address.
6 years ago
Gov. Wolf to seek school construction aid amid health issues
Wolf's administration is developing a plan to help deal with aging school buildings plagued by environmental health problems, including lead paint and asbestos insulation.
6 years ago
Old City needs 2 months of repairs; the open streets experiment isn’t going well
It’s normal for busted water mains to stop the flow of water, but a main break in Old City is slowing the flow of cash small business owners.
6 years ago
Old lead pipes push replacement plan in New Jersey capital
All 37,000 of the lead water pipes in New Jersey's capital city will be replaced over the next five years at an estimated cost of $150 million.
6 years ago
Bridge connecting 2 Jersey Shore towns to close until May for emergency repairs
Officials say a bridge that links two Monmouth County municipalities will soon close for emergency repairs.
6 years ago
5 reasons Kenney’s grand Rebuild project might see some big changes
With a new director, the multimillion-dollar initiative is revving up.
6 years ago
N.J. seeks grant proposals for local projects combating harmful algal blooms
New Jersey officials are seeking proposals for local projects that improve water quality and help prevent, mitigate, and manage harmful algal blooms in the state's waterways.
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