Outdoors
‘How far can we take it?’ Open Streets returns to Rittenhouse, with eyes on expansion
Organizers also announce Midtown Village dates and call for similar events citywide.
2 weeks ago
We joined Wednesday Night Rides and Skype a Scientist to help boost biodiversity in Philadelphia.
2 weeks ago
Massive scrap metal fire on barge in Delaware Bay spews smoke throughout Philadelphia region
Firefighters are battling a massive scrap fire on the barge, which is in the process of getting towed to the New Jersey side of the bay.
2 weeks ago
Philadelphia officials announce new funding for Cobbs Creek restoration project
The $9 million in additional funds will help mitigate flooding. Nearby residents have worried that restoring the Cobbs Creek Golf Course would exacerbate the problem.
2 weeks ago
Listen 0:51Pa. wants to reduce vehicle collisions with animals using wildlife corridors
Across the U.S. between 1 and 2 million large animals are involved in vehicle collisions each year, according to the Federal Highway Administration.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:06‘Right plant, right place’: Philly Flower Show encourages adapting to climate change
Gardeners learn how to be more sustainable while adapting to climate change during the Philadelphia Flower Show.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:04Jersey Shore beaches face uncertainty as federal funding delays threaten tourism, storm protections
Severe erosion is threatening the Jersey Shore's 2026 tourism season. Local leaders are looking to federal aid to restore coastlines before Memorial Day.
3 weeks ago
The snowstorm caused more cancellations at local blood donation drives and centers, at a loss of about 1,000 blood and platelet donations.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:09Local butterflies and bees need more homes. Philly’s science community has some creative solutions.
4 weeks ago
Snowfall breaks daily records in Pa., Del. and N.J.
But meteorologists say records for total snowfall during a single snowstorm or winter are unlikely to fall.
4 weeks ago
Blizzard warnings issued for New Jersey, New York City, Connecticut as storm threatens East Coast
The weather service said the storm could arrive quietly on Sunday with rainfall in some places before worsening.
1 month ago
Tempted to grab some skates, snowshoes or skis after watching the Olympics? Take the right precautions before heading outdoors in the winter.
1 month ago
Listen 1:30Love birds? Philadelphians can help scientists by counting them this Valentine’s Day
Skip the roses this Valentine’s Day, and grab your binoculars and a field guide for science, with this weekend's Great Backyard Bird Count.
1 month ago
This West Chester, Pa. man was tired of winter. Then he invented Snowmelt Derby
The rules of Snowmelt Derby are simple: Guess when all the snow will disappear from Bob Mina’s Chester County backyard.
1 month ago
Listen 0:50Inspectors testing air quality after Grays Ferry fire; residents asked to stay indoors
The fire broke out Thursday night at a recycling facility at South 34th Street and Grays Ferry Avenue. Residents have been asked to avoid the area or stay inside due to smoke.
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