
Preservation
New Jersey targets plastic packaging that fills landfills and pollutes
A bill to be discussed Thursday in the New Jersey Legislature would require all such materials used in the state to be recyclable or compostable by 2034.
7 months ago
The program funds habitat restoration and conservation initiatives throughout the Delaware River watershed.
7 months ago
Listen 1:1410 years and $42 million later, Jersey Shore town ends battle over its eroding beaches
The state will cancel $12 million worth of fines it levied against the city for conducting unauthorized and potentially harmful beach repair work.
7 months ago
Back on its feet: North Philly’s Rush Arts gallery rebuilds after hurricane damages
“The water damage destroys everything it touches. The next thing is putting it back,” said the contractor repairing the building.
7 months ago
Crews work to repair 20-inch water main break in Northern Liberties
A 20-inch broken water main occurred on the 1100 block of North 4th Street early Sunday afternoon.
7 months ago
SS United States, record-setting ocean liner, is making its final voyage out of Philadelphia
The SS United States may soon sail from Philadelphia to the Gulf. NPR explored this ship, a relic of the grand liners that once connected North America with Europe.
8 months ago
‘Drought definitely can kill a tree or shrub’: How to keep your trees healthy during ongoing drought
An arborist offers his top tips for protecting trees as Philadelphia’s record-breaking dry spell continues.
8 months ago
The Roundhouse in Philly will not be historically designated after tie vote
The curvy building has stood at 7th and Race streets for decades. Its days may now be numbered.
8 months ago
SS United States scheduled to leave Philly by next weekend after decades-long stay
The SS United States ocean liner ship will become an artificial reef off the coast of Florida.
8 months ago
Crews battling 2 wildfires in New Jersey, where conditions are driest in nearly 120 years
Lack of significant rainfall since August contributed to the dry conditions, which prompted the state to impose strict restrictions on outdoor fires.
8 months ago
The funding is part of $3 billion for ports nationwide to tackle climate change and air pollution.
8 months ago
Listen 1:06Staving off the horde: Is your beloved tree a zombie? Local arborists say check on it
Whether it be from damaging weather conditions, diseases, fungi or insect infestations, a sick or dying tree can be dangerous — and hard to spot.
8 months ago
Listen 1:10Delaware bans bonfires, encourages residents to conserve water
The decision comes following weeks of record low rainfall, making the state abnormally dry.
9 months ago
Listen 0:56In effort to balance growth and preservation, Sussex County acquires 165 acres of farmland
As Sussex County grapples with rapid population growth, officials have purchased 165 acres of farmland to preserve the region's agricultural heritage.
9 months ago
Listen 1:10Preserving seeds as cultural heritage
WHYY’s Maiken Scott will moderate a discussion on ethnobotanical practices at the Academy of Natural Sciences on Thursday night.
9 months ago