
Animals
Camden County animal shelters receive $2 million in pandemic relief
People who have had to return to work after pandemic lockdowns have turned in dogs and cats adopted during that time, overwhelming New Jersey shelters.
2 years ago
One penguin species declines, while another thrives on the western Antarctic Peninsula
Scientists predict that Adélie penguins could disappear from the western Antarctic Peninsula. Researchers at UD and Temple are tracking the changing conditions.
2 years ago
Listen 13:558-foot alligator removed from Hunting Park home
ACCT Philly is now working with an animal sanctuary that can take the 8-foot alligator.
2 years ago
Facing a dog flu outbreak, ACCT Philly has less than a week to get 70 dogs adopted or fostered
The city’s only open-intake shelter is offering $400 gift cards as an incentive for residents who foster a dog for a month.
2 years ago
Listen 7:46Newly formed island off the coast in Brigantine serves as a haven for federally listed red knot
A naturally formed island in New Jersey’s Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge has provided a haven for migratory birds. Now, the site is being proposed for federal protection.
2 years ago
Foster dogs, Trivia Contest, “Sink: A Memoir”
Dog flu has spread throughout animal shelters, leaving them in crisis. We also talk about Joseph Earl Thomas' memoir that recounts his abusive childhood and creative escape.
Air Date: April 13, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 45:43Police warn North Wildwood residents amid coyote sightings in the area
Attacks on humans are rare, but officials say they have happened.
2 years ago
Snake on a plane! South African pilot finds cobra under seat
Rudolf Erasmus had four passengers on board the light aircraft during the flight when he felt “something cold” slide across his lower back.
2 years ago
Check out the deepest-swimming fish ever caught on camera
Scientists working off the coast of Japan say they've managed to capture images of the deepest-swimming fish ever caught on camera.
2 years ago
NOAA: N.J. wind farm may ‘adversely affect,’ not kill whales
The report comes as opposition to offshore wind projects on the U.S. East Coast is growing.
2 years ago
Report by feds, anglers cites offshore wind impacts on fish
A joint study by two federal scientific agencies and the commercial fishing industry documents numerous impacts that offshore wind power projects have on fish and marine life.
2 years ago
Elephant in the dining room: Startup makes mammoth meatball
An Australian company has lifted the glass cloche on a meatball made of lab-grown cultured meat using the genetic sequence from the long-extinct mammoth.
2 years ago
Jack Daniel’s tells Supreme Court its brand is harmed by dog toy Bad Spaniels
The whiskey maker argues that the toy named Bad Spaniel infringes on its trademark, confuses consumers and tarnishes its reputation.
2 years ago
8 dolphins dead after mass stranding event in Sea Isle City, New Jersey
"The decision was made to humanely euthanize the dolphins to prevent further suffering," the Marine Mammal Stranding Center said.
2 years ago
GOP congressmen: Halt offshore wind, probe whale deaths
Thursday's hearing in Wildwood could be the beginning of an expected campaign by the GOP-controlled House to investigate the Biden administration’s clean energy plans.
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