Transportation
History meets sustainability: Cape May-Lewes Ferry goes green with $80M eco-friendly vessel
Since 1964, the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has linked Delaware and New Jersey. With a $20 million grant, the ferry will soon go green with its first diesel-hybrid vessel.
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Listen 1:08Wilmington airport terminal to triple in size with $5.6M federal grant
The bipartisan infrastructure law will fund a $10 million expansion project at Wilmington Airport that officials say will enhance the travel experience.
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Listen 1:33Family of CHOP doctor killed while riding bike in Center City places memorial in her honor
Family members and friends of Dr. Barbara Friedes, who was struck and killed in July while cycling near Rittenhouse Square, hosted a memorial bike ride Saturday in her honor.
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N.J. woman, Pittsburgh man latest to be charged after chaotic car meetups in Philly
Officials said meetups happened last weekend at 11 different intersections throughout the city, attracting crowds and vehicles and resulting in injuries and property damage.
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After 4 years, SEPTA reinstates phased-in parking fees. Here’s what to know
Riders will be able to pay for parking fees by using the SEPTA Park app, kiosks, or via text message.
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SEPTA to try out hydrogen fuel cell buses as early as this fall
The 10-bus pilot is part of the agency's efforts to transition to a climate-friendly fleet. But it has attracted criticism from some environmentalists.
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Listen 1:04Halted by COVID, Delaware resumes ‘five-star’ tool to reduce traffic fatalities — DUI roadblocks
The first checkpoint since 2019 occurred this month. The goal is to reduce roadway deaths, which in 2022 reached 165, tying a 34-year record.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:28Should Philadelphia get permanent pedestrian zones?
Many cities worldwide embrace pedestrian-friendly design and even places around the US are playing with the concept. But what will it take for us to get there?
Air Date: September 12, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:44Prayer service at Gloucester Catholic High School honors Gaudreau brothers
Inside the school gymnasium, photos, flowers and jerseys were on display as the community mourned together with the Gaudreau family in attendance.
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SEPTA proposes fare hike to affect most riders currently getting discounts
As part of SEPTA's plan, the hike would require all riders to pay the current $2.50 cash fare cost.
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SEPTA Key fails again for some riders, for the fourth time in recent weeks
A SEPTA spokesperson said it hasn't been able to calculate how much money it’s losing because of the issue, but said it could be hundreds of thousands of dollars.
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Businesses like Winterthur Museum have expressed concerns over the planned discontinuation and expansion of routes this fall.
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Online fundraiser for Matthew Gaudreau’s widow raises more than $500K as the sports world mourns
A GoFundMe set up by Madeline's sister Holland Korbitz and verified by the online fundraising company has raised more than $500,000.
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To get people to put down their phones while driving, make it a game, Penn study suggests
Changing human behavior around phone use can be hard, but Penn researchers found that competition, rewards and regular feedback works.
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For safer streets, Philly advocates have legislative priorities for fall session
Road safety advocates have hit the streets demanding change, but the battle goes on in another venue –– state and local legislatures.
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