
Public Spaces
$73.5M beach replenishment project starts in January at Jersey Shore
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will pump 2.1 million cubic yards of sand onto the shoreline between the Manasquan Inlet and Seaside Park.
4 months ago
Drone detectors in New Jersey have found ‘little or no evidence’ of wrongdoing, governor says
Over the weekend, 13 suspected sightings were reported, Gov. Murphy said Monday. Federal officials say drones aren't being operated with bad intent or by foreign governments.
4 months ago
Drones, planes or UFOs? Americans abuzz over mysterious New Jersey sightings
This week seems to have begun a new, higher-profile chapter, with lawmakers and Gov. Phil Murphy demanding answers.
4 months ago
New Jersey governor wants more federal resources for probe into drone sightings
Murphy and other officials say there is no evidence that the drones pose a national security or a public safety threat.
4 months ago
Protesters disrupt Center City traffic in response to City Council advancing 76ers arena proposal
Roughly 70 vehicles disrupted traffic on Market Street to simulate traffic congestion before and after events at the proposed 18,500-seat arena.
4 months ago
Listen 1:10At long last, a new pedestrian bridge for Wissahickon Valley Park
The project restores Valley Green Run in the hugely popular city park.
4 months ago
$300 million or bust? Council prepares to vote on arena proposal
The past week has been marked by a shifting terrain and last-ditch negotiations. Wednesday’s vote will provide clarity — maybe?
4 months ago
City Council is expected to take a preliminary vote on the arena next week. The team says it needs the body to approve development before the end of the year.
4 months ago
Let there be light: Where to find Philly holiday tree lightings
With tall trees and holiday decor popping up across the city, Billy Penn rounded up several light shows and ceremonies for you to consider.
4 months ago
At last public comment session on arena project, tensions on full display
Supporters and opponents showed up for a final, testy, raucous hearing on the Sixers arena proposal Monday night.
4 months ago
Proposed legislation would restrict mobile providers from operating on residential streets, near schools and recreation centers and in other public areas of Kensington.
4 months ago
Listen 1:24Dozens call Pottstown’s ‘Tent City’ home. A railroad company wants them gone
Signs posted outside demand unhoused people vacate “Tent City” by Jan. 2. Tent City sits on Norfolk Southern property.
4 months ago
Listen 1:09An artist pieces together Lansdale’s history — and future — in mosaic mural
Artist Roxanne Slemmer has led more than 200 people in envisioning the borough’s past and present.
4 months ago
Listen 1:16Shopping malls in the Philadelphia region are attempting to bring customers a unique experience to meet the demands of the future. Will it keep the lights on?
4 months ago
Listen 6:07This iconic trolley bridge in Fairmount Park is getting restored
Part of the Trolley Trail that opened last year, the century-old skew arch bridge is getting a facelift.
5 months ago