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fisherman at the Schuylkill River Trail
Community

Pa. officials criticized over response to chemical spill at Bartram’s Garden

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is investigating potential chromium compounds that leaked onto a portion of Bartram’s Mile Trail.

10 months ago

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Jessica Noon, a former volunteer for La Finquita, helps prepare a new garden in 2019. (Angela Gervasi for WHYY)
Community

3 things to know about the new Pa. law that could help Philly gardeners own the land they steward

The law lowers the bar for “adverse possession.” It’s part of recent moves to improve garden land security.

10 months ago

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

FEMA announces more than $2 million to help flood-prone Eastwick

The funding will pay for the construction of HESCO flood barriers — a series of metal baskets containing a fabric filled with a soil mixture that blocks the overflow of water.

10 months ago

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Leslie Miller's perennial garden blooms in mid-June.
Arts & Entertainment

New book peeks over the wall into Philadelphia’s grand gardens

“Private Gardens of Philadelphia” showcases beautiful places few people have seen.

10 months ago

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(Couresty of the First State National Historical Park Delaware, Pennsylvania)
Urban Planning

Brandywine Valley’s trail system in Pa. and Del. set for new additions and closures

After an in-depth assessment of the trail system, First State National Historical Park identified the need to add and close several trails for user safety.

10 months ago

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The Benjamin Rush Garden at Third and Walnut streets was rehabilitated to become home to the Bicentennial Bell. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Urban Planning

Benjamin Rush Garden re-opens with a gift from the late Queen Elizabeth II

The Benjamin Rush Garden in Independence National Historic Park has been redesigned with England in mind.

10 months ago

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Urban Planning

Philly’s Avenue of the Arts to spend $100 million greenifying South Broad Street

Three decades after South Broad was designated as an arts destination, the Avenue of the Arts will be refreshed to attract more pedestrians.

10 months ago

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A large brush fire at Wharton State Forest on Friday, July 5, 2024. (6abc)
Science

Sparked by fireworks, New Jersey forest fire is 90% contained, authorities say

The blaze was burning in a section of the forest in Tabernacle Township near the Batona Campground and Apple Pie Hill.

10 months ago

The Reading Viaduct, owned by Reading Railroad
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Urban Planning

Philly faces $50 million price tag for essential component in Rail Park extension

The city has the authority to condemn the site of Phase 2, but isn’t ready to take definitive action. Meanwhile, Reading International shows no sign of letting it go.

10 months ago

Rendering of the building
Community

Golf superstar Jordan Spieth donates $250K to introduce young people to the sport at Cobbs Creek Golf Course

The money will go towards building a junior putting green.

10 months ago

Steve Sims, head of Independence National Historic Park, at Washington Square Park in Philadelphia.
Community

Philly’s new parks superintendent talks Fourth of July celebrations and the importance of public spaces

For Steve Sims, the holiday offers an opportunity for residents to consider how they can engage in the “unfinished work of creating a more perfect union.”

10 months ago

(Freepix.com)
Community
6abc

New summer camp in West Philadelphia centers on teaching kids science, math, and technology

It's going to be a digital recreation center focused summer, bringing resources directly to kids in the neighborhood.

10 months ago

A sign near a road reads Welcome to historic Salem
Community

New Jersey American Water finalizes acquisition of Salem city water and sewer systems

New Jersey American Water said its top priority is addressing the toxic PFAS in Salem's water system.

11 months ago

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People at Cool Spring Park
Community

Wilmington’s Cool Spring Park introduces new amphitheater and outdoor classroom

The Delaware park has seen significant changes over the past year, including new bilingual signs along its trails.

11 months ago

The exterior of the Newark Free Library building
Community

Newark’s downtown library set for a $44.4M upgrade, with emphasis on sustainability and quality space

Upgrades will address aging infrastructure, HVAC issues, failing systems, limited space for programming and visitors and parking constraints.

11 months ago

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