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Pa. 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 months ago

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Claire Jones examines a plant
Science

‘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.

2 months ago

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Science

Jersey 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.

2 months ago

Two people donate blood
Health

The American Red Cross urgently wants your blood as Greater Philly snowstorm affects blood bank supply

The snowstorm caused more cancellations at local blood donation drives and centers, at a loss of about 1,000 blood and platelet donations.

3 months ago

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Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Winter blues got you down? Plant native blooms in time for spring with Philly’s favorite squid scientist

Local butterflies and bees need more homes. Philly’s science community has some creative solutions.

3 months ago

A person is shoveling a sidewalk after massive snowstorm in Moorestown, New Jersey
Weather

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.

3 months ago

File photo: A few pedestrians are seen walking in the heavy snow and wind in Hoboken, N.J., Monday, Feb. 1, 2021. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Weather

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.

3 months ago

A runner takes advantage of the cleared Kelly Drive footpath in Philadelphia
Health

Inspired by the Olympics? Philadelphia-area outdoor enthusiasts offer tips for exercising in the cold

Tempted to grab some skates, snowshoes or skis after watching the Olympics? Take the right precautions before heading outdoors in the winter.

3 months ago

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A Downy Woodpecker
Science

Love 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.

3 months ago

Bob Mina in his backyard
Weather

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.

3 months ago

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Firefighters at the scene of a fire
Community
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Inspectors 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.

3 months ago

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Community

Philly’s push to help birds avoid windows just got a windfall

Bird Safe Philly has been working to lessen bird collisions for five years. Its budget just increased tenfold.

3 months ago

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A pile of snow sits on the side of a road in Philadelphia
Weather
Billy Penn

Why Philly’s warm-up won’t save you from the city’s frozen slush

Temperatures are about to get above freezing — but that’s not the end of the frozen nightmare.

3 months ago

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Courts & Law

South Philly residents’ lawsuit against FDR Park renovations can continue, judge rules

After a three-day hearing, a judge disagreed with the city that the residents waited too long to sue. The residents want the judge to halt renovations.

3 months ago

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Snow covers Palmer Cemetery in Fishtown
Weather

Arctic temps are returning to Philly. When will the snow finally melt?

Snow and ice still cover some street corners in Philly. Single-digit temperatures this weekend won’t help.

3 months ago

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