Outdoors

Studies suggest nature can help lower stress and boost attention. Researchers and educators say it can also help kids express creativity.

For many, the new-year tradition is about more than a walk in the park: it’s a reset for the year ahead.

Rising seas are drowning New Jersey wetlands. A new round of state climate funding aims to make them more resilient.

The proposal was sent out to legislators to raise awareness about animal welfare. But some dog walkers question its practicality.

From its name to its biodiversity, the river offers a range of fun and unique qualities to consider before you vote by Jan. 16.

While the snow has passed, high winds and below-freezing temps will create potentially dangerous conditions the next few days.

The shortage was caused by a power outage at a propane distribution plant in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania.

Trump's birthday, June 14, is also Flag Day. The change is one of several new admission policies that include higher entry fees for international visitors.

Center City District is closing Walnut Street from Broad to 19th streets to draw holiday shoppers offline and into community.

Delaware is the only state in the mid-Atlantic that does not have a nontidal wetland protection program that exceeds federal baseline standards.

Last week, Lower Merion Township passed a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. Many are happy to wave goodbye to noisy and pollutive equipment. Others have reservations.

The stalled beach nourishment projects come after a new study found that coastal flooding could become the norm in the near future.

The King of Prussia Business District was awarded more than $300,000 to jumpstart planning and funding strategies to complete the 2.8-mile-long trail.

In 2020, lawn equipment in Montgomery County produced as much carbon dioxide as nearly 33,000 cars during the same time period, data shows.

Natural environments are known to benefit childhood development. The Bristol School District includes a forest in its curriculum.