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Mt. Airy

Riding the (regional) Rails: Chestnut Hill West Line showcases cocktail of history and charm

Jake Blumgart Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Take a day trip out to Northwest Philadelphia and revel in the verdant charms of Germantown, Mt. Airy and Chestnut Hill. All you need is a SEPTA ticket.
TAP620

Thirteen ideas for your city from the inaugural Urban Innovation Exchange

Walter Wasacz Tuesday, October 07, 2014
From September 24 through 26, a group of innovators working on small scale, place-based projects around the country convened in Detroit to talk about what works in their cities.
Pizza-themed bike racks outside Kermit's Bake Shop in Philadelphia

Report: Philadelphia remains top U.S. big city for bicycle commuting

Lee Stabert Tuesday, August 26, 2014
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia has released its latest report on the local state of two-wheeled nation. 
'90s Prom on the Parkway

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: '90s Prom on the Parkway, Fringe in 60 minutes and hot cars in New Hope

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, August 05, 2014
Check out our list of the week's top events.
Anne Lopez and Kylie Walker of Romeo Delivers at AlphaLab

The national battle for talent: What cities are doing to attract urban professionals

Lee Chilcote Tuesday, June 17, 2014
For today's top talent, the job market is only one thing to consider when choosing where to live. They also want a vibrant city to plug into, a creative place where they can network with other smart people, and a dynamic economy featuring an array of engaging jobs.
Ambler

Riding the (regional) Rails: Day-tripping on the Doylestown/Lansdale line

Jake Blumgart Tuesday, June 03, 2014
Many of Philadelphia's inner-ring suburbs are recapturing that Main Street magic -- their resurgent downtown districts feature cool bars, creative dining and plenty of charm. To explore, all you need is a SEPTA ticket and an open mind.
Lancaster Avenue in Mantua

What does it mean to be a Promise Zone?

Brandon Alcorn Tuesday, April 15, 2014
An area of West Philadelphia earns a prestigious national designation, but according to stakeholders and residents, this decree from President Obama is actually a symbol of the changes already underway in Mantua, Belmont, Mill Creek, Powelton and West Powelton.
Selene Yeager

Biking in Pennsylvania is an experience as varied as the state is large

Lee Stabert Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Whether you're looking for a week-long jaunt or an exciting day trip, we've got some guidance for your next two-wheeled adventure. From the streets of Philadelphia to the wilds of the state's beautiful valleys, it's never been a better time to get up and go.
The Porch at 30th Street Station

All Aboard: Urban train stations redeveloped as neighborhood amenities

Rachel Kaufman Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Transit hubs across the country have the potential to be more than just places we pass through on our way to somewhere else -- all it takes it a little imagination. The process is already underway at 30th Street Station.
'Sneckdown' on East Passyunk

From the Editor: Reading the tea leaves in piles of snow

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, February 18, 2014
What can snow tell us about how to make intersections work better?
Pizza-themed bike racks outside Kermit's Bake Shoppe

The battle for the future of Washington Avenue West

Dan Eldridge Tuesday, February 11, 2014
This post-industrial corridor is the living, breathing heart of South Philly. City planners, residents and local businesses all claim to share a vision for its future -- so why is change so slow?
Philadelphia Sculpture Gym

National Skyline: Sharing is becoming big business across the country, and Philly is no exception

Allyson Jacob Tuesday, January 07, 2014
The rise of the sharing economy has created a new class of entrepreneur. Their startups are monetizing everything from tool swaps to unused parking spots in cities, and one of them might be the next Airbnb.
Center City clock

Flying Kite's 2013 Year in Review

Lee Stabert Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Taking a look back at an exciting year on the site, and in the city as a whole.
I Bike Philly

Progress in the bike share game

Lee Stabert Tuesday, August 27, 2013
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National Spotlight: Bikes become big business

Lee Chilcote Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Whether they're hawking custom frames, designer threads or share programs, entrepreneurs around the country are tapping into the growing bike-based economy.
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