Outdoors
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
Listen 1:23Philadelphia 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
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.
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Listen 1:07Six 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
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.
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Listen 1:07SS 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.
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In Coatesville, firefighters once stripped down to their shirts and shorts for water rescues. Now, they have dry suits in their lockers.
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Listen 5:46Anglers 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 1:04Lemon 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
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 0:50Light 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.
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Listen 4:57After a disappointing loss to Chicago last year, volunteers in Philadelphia say they hope to prove a point while also cleaning up the streets.
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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
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
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.
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