Our Top Five Stories of 2021
These are the features our readers responded to the most, and they cover everything from ascendent small towns to recreation amenities to high tech wizardry.
20 years later, 9/11 continues to reshape the state's landscape
The September 11th National Memorial Trail, which runs through 23 Pennsylvania counties, is close to earning National Historic Landmark designation. That honor will help increase opportunities for education, recreation, and commemoration along the route.
Key Change Episode 8: A from-scratch Pittsburgh neighborhood makes progress
Where once they made steel, the forces behind this massive mixed-use project hope to foster innovation and collaboration, building out public spaces, bike lanes, transit, apartments, cutting-edge offices, retail, and waterfront recreation trails. In this episode, we've got an update on Hazelwood Green.
Along for the Ride: An ambitious plan lifts a Johnstown institution to the top
This city's iconic Inclined Plane has long provided a lifeline to residents, and now the entire hillside will be transformed via infrastructure improvements, bike and hiking trails, and an enticing new riverfront park.
Pittsburgh is the brains of the nation's AV industry
It's been an interesting few years for the autonomous vehicles industry in Steel City, but the sector is poised to grow its status as a pillar of the local economy.
COVID-19 testing takes to the streets
A Conshohocken event production company is pivoting, launching an off-shoot dedicated to manufacturing (in PA!) mobile testing trucks. These versatile vehicles will hopefully have a life long after the pandemic, providing vaccines and other targeted relief to communities in crisis.
Winning big for dreaming big
A PA nonprofit honors projects that help create walkable, sustainable, equitable, and healthy communities across the state. In the spotlight: Philadelphia's Cherry Street Pier.
Help archivists unravel a fascinating trove of Philadelphia images
An astounding collection of photographs from legendary city planner Ed Bacon has been released to the public. The goal is not just to share but also to gather information.
Philly company wants to keep 30th Street's iconic board flapping
When Amtrak announced its plans to shelve the train station's beloved departures board, the public revolted. Now a homegrown company is hoping to build something that will please everyone, from tech-minded executives to nostalgic Philadelphians.
A new cookbook brings a taste of history to your table
Created to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the National Road, this collection illuminates the wild and winding story of southwestern Pennsylvania through roadside recipes, specialty cocktails and a trip through U.S. history.