Outdoors
N.J. utilities float solar panels on reservoir, powering water treatment plant
Two New Jersey utilities have joined forces on a clean energy project to pump water from a reservoir to 84,000 homes and businesses.
1 year ago
Picking the ‘right’ sunscreen isn’t as important as avoiding these 6 mistakes
We asked dermatologists to share their tips to optimize protection and we learned about the common misperceptions they hear from patients.
1 year ago
Heads up! Stunning birds are all around us, even in dense cities
If you pay attention, you can see or hear a wide variety of birds, especially in migration season.
1 year ago
Wildfire that burned 158 acres in Gloucester County now 100% contained
The fire is burning in a wooded area spanning both Franklin and Monroe townships.
1 year ago
‘Nice splash of color’: Hibernia County Park in Chester County gets 5-acre wildflower, grass meadow
Park officials have planted the seeds for the meadow, which will grow colorful wildflowers and seasonal grass.
1 year ago
Delaware beaches prep for summer season ahead of Memorial Day
Stores and restaurants in Rehoboth, Bethany, and other Delaware beach towns say they’re ready for an influx of summer visitors.
2 years ago
N.J. officials release 2023 ‘State of the Shore’ report
The report finds that most beaches in the state are in fairly good condition, according to environmental experts — but a warning has been issued for swimmers.
2 years ago
Travel Expert Rick Steves, New Creatures at the Zoo, Studio 2 Trivia
Have you made any summer vacation plans? PBS travel icon Rick Steves joins us with destination suggestions, how to get around on a budget and more useful tips.
Air Date: May 25, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 49:59Climate change is increasing wildfire risk in New Jersey, new report says
A new report looking at weather data over the last five decades has found an increase in fire weather days in the Garden State, and it could be devastating.
2 years ago
Demi Lovato, Ludacris headline Philly’s July 4th concert on the Parkway
Gates open at 4 p.m. at Logan Circle and 20th Street.
2 years ago
Emergency beach repairs start in Wildwood amid $33M legal fight
Heavy equipment crews are moving sand along a stretch of badly eroded beach in North Wildwood, home to a bitter fight over how to protect its rapidly shrinking beaches.
2 years ago
When it comes to showcasing Philly’s DIY spirit and love for the absurd, few events can compare.
2 years ago
N.J. GOP seeks wind projects halt to see if whales benefit
Four state senators hosted a online hearing about offshore wind energy generation and whale deaths on Wednesday.
2 years ago
Climate change could impact the Philly region’s water supply. New storage options may help
Climate change could mean droughts and changing water flow in the Delaware River. Water regulators say new storage facilities could help mitigate future water scarcity.
2 years ago
Panel: Climate change, not wind prep, is threat to whales
Two New Jersey Republicans advocating a pause in wind farm preparation did not respond to requests for comment Monday.
2 years ago