
PFAS control advocates highlight FDA data showing chemicals in food
The FDA tested 91 meat, dairy, grain, and produce samples, and found PFAS in 10 of them.
6 years ago
Naturalists renew calls to halt horseshoe crab harvest in Delaware Bay
Despite a New Jersey moratorium, quota system has failed to restore numbers of migratory shorebirds, advocates say.
6 years ago
‘Water warriors’ in Del. demand funding for clean water projects
Self-proclaimed “water warriors” rallied outside Legislative Hall in Dover in support of legislation that would fund steps to protect the state’s water.
6 years ago
Opponents hope New Jersey scuttles gas pipeline to New York
New Jersey environmental officials are due to decide Wednesday on several permits for the proposed Northeast Supply Enhancement pipeline.
6 years ago
Plans for LNG terminal in South Jersey kept under wraps, enviro group says
Developer and agencies deny effort to shield from public view plans that would allow for transfer of potentially explosive liquefied natural gas to ocean-going tankers.
6 years ago
How FDR Park’s $200 million makeover is future-proofing ‘the lakes’
A $200 million, 10-year vision reimagines the only Olmsted Brothers-designed park in Philadelphia and prepares it for a hotter and wetter tomorrow.
6 years ago
Governors pledge to cooperate on Delaware River Basin environment
The governors of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware promised on Thursday to work together to preserve the natural resources of the Delaware River Basin.
6 years ago
Why 40% of Philadelphians don’t drink the city’s tap wooder
The city mounted a new campaign to convince Philly residents the water is safe and delicious. But why don't they trust it in the first place?
Air Date: May 16, 2019
Listen 12:58Developer to extend Delaware River trail for OK on extra-tall towers
The new development will put 10 towers including nearly 2,000 units of housing and a hotel on the South Philly waterfront.
6 years ago
Philly’s next water commissioner wants to keep your H2O clean, green and affordable
Hayman shared ambitions that suggest a renewed focus on customer service for a nationally renowned department that has struggled to gain trust locally.
6 years ago
New Jersey DEP says it’s working with chemical companies to curb PFAS
After a scathing letter from companies, officials said they hope for a voluntary resolution to contamination.
6 years ago
PFAS chemicals have contaminated 17 sites in Pennsylvania, data show
Mapping of public data shows PFAS-contaminated sites exist across the country.
6 years ago
Dredging funds raised to keep boat racing afloat on the Schuylkill
The $4.5 million needed to dredge shallow areas around Boathouse Row and the national racecourse means silt threatening the city’s regattas will be removed.
6 years ago
N.J. coal plant retiring, imperiling pipeline plan while boosting offshore wind
A Danish offshore wind company is eyeing the N.J. coal plant as a site to connect offshore wind turbines to the electric grid.
6 years ago
Manufacturer bringing 265 jobs to East Camden HQ, aiming to revitalize Federal St. corridor
Mayor Frank Moran foresees the redevelopment of Federal Street corridor as a manufacturer brings headquarters to Camden.
6 years ago