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Op-Ed: It’s Time to Rethink SEPTA Options for Contemporary Commuter Connectivity
Urbanism

Op-Ed: It’s Time to Rethink SEPTA Options for Contemporary Commuter Connectivity

The King of Prussia rail line project has officially been put on pause. In this opinion piece, Ed Duffy renews his call for SEPTA to reopen two abandoned commuter stations in the city

Women’s Committee of 1926 Brought Historic Preservation to the Masses
History

Women’s Committee of 1926 Brought Historic Preservation to the Masses

Ed Duffy introduces us to redeeming figures of the Sesquicentennial Exposition and the saviors of Strawberry Mansion

The Truth About the Ruins in East Fairmount Park
History

The Truth About the Ruins in East Fairmount Park

Contrary to popular belief, those ghostly brick arches across from the Dell Music Center are not the remains of the Strawberry Mansion Music Pavilion. Ed Duffy explores the misconception

Uncovering Philly’s First Big Dig
History

Uncovering Philly’s First Big Dig

Ed Duffy excavates the origins of the Pennsylvania Avenue Subway

PhilaPort Puts Former Federal Maritime Terminal on the Market
History

PhilaPort Puts Former Federal Maritime Terminal on the Market

Three riverside behemoths at Columbus and Oregon Avenues are listed for redevelopment. Ed Duffy dives deep into the history of the site

History for Sale: Piers 38 and 40 Hit the Market
History

History for Sale: Piers 38 and 40 Hit the Market

Bidding begins on South Philadelphia’s most prominent piers. Ed Duffy takes a look back at the origins of the site

9th and Girard is Ripe for a Regional Rail Revival
Urbanism

9th and Girard is Ripe for a Regional Rail Revival

Residential development is booming at a steady clip from Fishtown to Poplar. Ed Duffy sees this as an opportunity to reestablish a long-gone train station

Dear SEPTA: Bring Regional Rail Service Back to Tioga
History

Dear SEPTA: Bring Regional Rail Service Back to Tioga

Ed Duffy explores the positive impact of reactivating an old, abandoned train stop in North Philadelphia


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