Public Spaces
Zoning overlay for Cobbs Creek Golf Course passes despite community concerns
Opponents worry the bill could lead to more tree loss and flooding. “Please listen to us, man,” one activist pleaded.
3 years ago
Listen 1:03SEPTA highlights signs of human trafficking in new campaign
The transit agency is adding information about trafficking on digital signage in addition to static signs being posted in bus depots.
3 years ago
New Garden Township acquires land for 106-acre public park in Chester County
New Garden Township has acquired 106-acres of land, once the site of the Loch Nairn Golf Club, for use as a passive-recreation park.
3 years ago
Listen 1:10FDR Park redevelopment discussion halted due to protests
Dozen’s stood in protest outside Thursday’s FDR Park redevelopment meeting in South Philly after being denied entry. A virtual meeting is scheduled for March 1.
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Listen 1:21Proposed zoning overlay for Cobbs Creek Golf Course changed again
The bill, which would exempt the golf course from rules meant to prevent erosion, was amended again to further address environmental concerns.
3 years ago
‘This is a brotherhood’: Philadelphians voice support for ‘bike life’ at community forum
WHYY News and the Free Library of Philadelphia hosted a community forum Wednesday to discuss the multifaceted topic of motorbikes and ATVs in the city.
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After a community feedback session, Delaware County officials are still marching forward with plans of opening the county’s largest park.
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More than 20 rec centers and playgrounds: What’s coming in Rebuild’s biggest year yet
Momentum like this has been a long time coming for Philadelphia’s signature public works project.
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Discover the ‘hidden gems’ of Philly’s Fairmount Park via scavenger hunt
The scavenger hunt is a free, self-guided, six-week-long adventure in Philadelphia’s largest park.
3 years ago
Listen 1:56Shapiro names picks for agriculture, parks and environmental agencies
Pennsylvania Gov.-elect Josh Shapiro is sticking with two members of his predecessor’s Cabinet to oversee state parklands and agricultural matters.
3 years ago
Making the Rocky statue into ‘a destination for the world’
Is it a movie prop or is it art?
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Homicide rate drops 43% in New Jersey’s capital city during 2022
Twenty-three homicides were reported in Trenton during 2022, a significant drop following two straight record years. The mayor says more needs to be done to reduce violence.
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Philly’s streetery rules may change after few restaurants apply for outdoor dining
About 50 restaurants applied to maintain their outdoor dining facilities compared to the 800 so-called streeteries that opened during the pandemic’s peak.
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Beach town in sand dunes battle sues New Jersey for $21M
North Wildwood is being sued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection for defying a state order not to make emergency repairs to the dunes.
3 years ago
Lucy the Elephant reopens at the Jersey Shore following 15-month-long restoration
The Jersey Shore landmark underwent a 15-month-long exterior restoration to replace the metal skin that had degraded beyond repair.
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