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PA Among Best States For Research, Development In New Ranking: Here's Why
Many Northeast states are among the most innovative in the US, according to a new study.
SmileHub released its 2025 list of Best States for Research and Development on Tuesday, Sept. 16. All 50 states were ranked across 17 metrics, including researchers per capita, research and development (R&D) spending, patents, research facilities, and STEM education.
R&D funding in the US more than doubled over the past 15 years, climbing from $407 billion in 2010 to almost $940 billion in 2023, according to data from the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics. That inv…
Detour Ahead: Train Track Work To Slow Traffic In Lansdale
Lansdale drivers can expect detours over the weekend as work begins on the Main Street SEPTA track crossing, officials say.
SEPTA workers will be removing and replacing the existing crossing surface, worn ties, and rails through the intersection, according to borough police.
A new asphalt surface and approaches will be installed, milled, and paved to provide a smoother ride across the tracks, authorities said.
Work is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on Friday, May 17, and last through 6 p.m. Monday, May 20.
Main Street between North Broad Street an…
Work To Begin On $2.3 Million Skate Park In Reading
Crews are set to begin work this week at the site of a planned skate park in Reading, according to City Hall.
City officials, the Reading Skatepark Association, and Holistic Skate Shop will host a ceremonial groundbreaking at 6th and Canal streets at 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 6.
The project is expected to cost $2.34 million, officials said in a release. Grind Line and Land Tech are contracted to perform $744,890 in land development, while firm Spotts, Stevens and McCoy is under agreement to install the park features for $1,599,138.89.
The park is funded in part through $290…
