Meir Rinde is an Investigative Reporter at Billy Penn/WHYY in Philadelphia. He focuses on themes such as travel and tourism, urban design, and the local economy, while also delving into the business and economics of the travel industry. Meir's work has been featured in prominent publications including The Philadelphia Tribune, Next City, and WHYY.
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The developer behind a proposed $100 million overhaul says partial residential conversion is the only way to keep it viable without a state subsidy.
Expungement of past convictions and first dibs for minority dispensary owners top legislators’ cannabis agenda.
By: Meir Rinde
The report points to deeper shipping channels, expanded terminals and better road and rail connections as key to PhilaPort’s long-term growth.
Therapists say investor-backed counseling giants monopolize search results and pressure them to take high caseloads at low pay.
Critics contend tax breaks deprive the city and schools of badly needed funds, while proponents say that’s a misconception.
With two new shipping berths and a new auto and cargo facility in South Philadelphia, PhilaPort expects business to double.
Business leaders say better coordination could help manufacturers overcome workforce shortages, transportation barriers and supply chain challenges.
By: Meir Rinde
Southeast Pennsylvania has plenty of organizations focused on economic development and workforce training, but they have struggled to create the kind of local economic boost that similar efforts in other
As other Republicans call for ending the Iran war or rolling back tariffs, the first-term senator is focused on eliminating “unnecessary” regulations.
The program will offer training in simulated clean rooms, with courses beginning in January. Some will be open to people without college degrees.
