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Sam Hoadley points out some blooming goldenrod
Science

Delaware’s Mt. Cuba Center touts the benefits of native goldenrods

Goldenrods are not to be confused with ragweed. These fall-blooming native plants don’t trigger allergies and insects love them.

1 day ago

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Holger Pflicke leads a bird walk
Science

Philadelphia is a rest stop for thousands of migrating birds. Can it stay that way?

Bird watching has become increasingly popular since the pandemic. Advocates hope this enthusiasm translates to action.

3 days ago

An air quality monitor stands among flowers and vegetables in a garden with Greg Jenkins
PlanPhilly
Science

A network of air quality monitors grows in a formerly redlined area of West Philadelphia

The network will provide residents of formerly redlined areas of West Philly and Harrisburg real-time info about the air they’re breathing.

6 days ago

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a water tower at Six Flags Great Adventure
Community
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Six Flags Great Adventure Nitro closed in N.J. after deadly Georgia coaster incident

A deadly roller coaster incident at a Six Flags amusement park in Georgia has forced a similar roller coaster in New Jersey to close.

7 days ago

Philadelphia's skyline is visible above the Eastwick tree line.
Science

In Philadelphia’s Eastwick neighborhood, plans for a temporary solution to flooding hit a snag

The issue with temporary HESCO-style flood barriers comes after a plan for a levee in Eastwick was deemed not viable.

1 week ago

Listen 1:07
The remediated SS United States in Mobile, Alabama
Community
Billy Penn

SS United States gets date for its final voyage to the bottom of Florida’s coast

Okaloosa County has set the time range the historic ocean liner will be turned into the world’s largest artificial reef, after securing final federal approvals.

1 week ago

Robert Rawley next to a rescue boat in West Chester, PA
Weather

As flooding worsens in the Philly suburbs, water rescues are on the rise. Firefighters are having to adapt — and fast

In Coatesville, firefighters once stripped down to their shirts and shorts for water rescues. Now, they have dry suits in their lockers.

1 week ago

Listen 5:46
Wissahickon Creek in Wissahickon Valley Park
Science

Anglers warned to not eat PFAS contaminated fish from the Wissahickon watershed

Environmental regulators found high levels of PFAS chemicals in fish tissue sampled from the Wissahickon Creek and its tributaries.

2 weeks ago

Listen 1:04
City officials, FIFA World Cup organizers and sponsors, and park volunteers plant the first new tree
Community
Billy Penn

Lemon Hill’s caretakers call for sustainable parks funding as World Cup legacy project begins

Nearly $7 million in improvements are coming to the space, but volunteers say it needs more long-term support from Philadelphia Parks and Recreation.

2 weeks ago

three tables with chairs in the street off the sidewalk by LOVE Park
Community

What should Philly’s streeteries look like? The city wants your input

Two concept designs are on display at LOVE Park for public view and input until Nov. 23.

2 weeks ago

Listen 0:50
Paul Kolosick looking into a telescope
Science

Light pollution, wildfire smoke threaten view of the stars in the Philly suburbs

Light pollution and consecutive summers of Canadian wildfires have made it harder to stargaze in even the most remote places in Philadelphia’s suburbs.

2 weeks ago

Listen 4:57
Volunteers gathered to clean trash off Philly streets
Community

Philly goes head-to-head against Chicago and Los Angeles to see which city can pick up the most trash

After a disappointing loss to Chicago last year, volunteers in Philadelphia say they hope to prove a point while also cleaning up the streets.

2 weeks ago

Indego bikes
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Indego’s e-bike boom comes with a cost for Philly riders

About 70% of Indego’s fleet is electric, leaving some riders frustrated by extra fees and fewer traditional bikes at the dock.

3 weeks ago

Gay Lay, a Karen refugee
Community
Billy Penn

In West Philly, Karen refugees put down roots in a community garden of their own

The niche Southeast Asian community broke ground at the Lee Cultural Center on Saturday.

3 weeks ago

a sign at Bethany Beach reads BEACH ACCESS CLOSED
Science

Nor’easter aftermath: Sussex County beaches could have long recovery ahead

State officials are working to restore beach access to places like Bethany Beach, which have seen significant dune erosion.

3 weeks ago

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