
Environment
Excessive fecal bacteria levels close 2 N.J. beaches
On the heels of swimming advisories issued for dozens of New Jersey beaches earlier this week, state officials have closed two beaches due to excessive fecal bacteria levels.
7 years ago
Delaware to EPA: Reconsider petition about ‘upwind’ pollution
The state is asking the agency to give officials a chance to explain the importance of reducing air pollution beyond Delaware's borders.
7 years ago
Turtle roadway strikes in problematic area slashed thanks to group’s efforts
Why did the turtle cross the road? To lay eggs, of course. It’s now the beginning of the annual nesting season for northern diam ...
7 years ago
Gov. Wolf signs bill to help finance clean energy, efficiency projects
The bll aimed at helping commercial property owners finance the costs of installing renewable energy, water conservation, and energy efficiency upgrades.
7 years ago
Wilmington offers day-to-day jobs to clean the city
A new program will offer a day’s employment to city residents, paying them to clean up their neighborhoods.
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NewsWorks Tonight, June 12, 2018
Concerns continue over elevated cancer rates in some Bucks and Montgomery County towns, despite a new state Department of Health study. O ...
Air Date: June 12, 2018
Listen 21:40Court rejects fracking company’s appeal in ‘rule of capture’ decision
7 years ago
Invasive jellyfish with powerful sting found in another N.J. river
A tiny invasive jellyfish that packs a powerful sting has been found in a second Jersey Shore river since May.
7 years ago
As PUC decision nears, Mariner East foes rally to call for total shutdown
Commission's ruling could come this week
7 years ago
Wolf administration, two years after climate pledge: ‘no specific timeline’ on methane regulations
New requirements for the oil and gas industry don't affect thousands of existing wells.
7 years ago
Math bee: Honeybees seem to understand the notion of zero
Honeybees understand that "nothing" can be "something" that has numerical meaning.
7 years ago
Trump administration reverses course, won’t seek Sandy aid cut
The Trump administration is no longer requesting a $107 million cut of Superstorm Sandy recovery aid.
7 years ago
Delaware moves to protect native species
A new Delaware commission will work for the next decade to preserve and propagate plants and animal species that are native to Delaware.
7 years ago
Pennsylvania, for first time, sets methane regulations on natural gas wells
Gov. Wolf touts the rules, which apply only to new wells.
7 years ago
Gardening Against the Odds: High Altitude, Short Season, and No Water
How can you grow tomatoes in a short season…at high altitude…and with no water? On the latest You Bet Your Garden, Mike McGr ...
Air Date: June 8, 2018
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