New Jersey dentists advocate for fluoridated water as debate over the chemical continues
New Jersey has one of the lowest fluoridation rates in the U.S. Only about 16% of New Jersey residents have fluoridated water, compared to the national average of about 75%.
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Listen 1:15Shell pauses N.J. offshore wind project as industry faces ‘high level of uncertainty’
The Atlantic Shores wind project was expected to start construction this year. The remaining developer says it’s still committed.
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Listen 1:45N.J. environmental regulators call for overhaul of Trenton Water Works
Two independent reports outline a history of neglect and underinvestment, putting the water utility at risk of systematic failure.
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Listen 1:22During the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, the Brandywine watershed was hit with the worst flooding in 200 years.
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Listen 1:14Philadelphia receives federal funding to expand Schuylkill River Trail
The initiative is part of a regional network known as Circuit Trails, which aims to connect more than 800 miles of trails across Pennsylvania and New Jersey by 2040.
11 months ago
Listen 1:14Experts recommend ‘road salt diet’ as snowstorm hits the Philly region
While salt makes it safer to walk and drive, it can also pollute waterways, soil and groundwater.
11 months ago
Pa. Consumer Advocate resigns, claiming utilities lobbied for his ouster
An investor research firm described Cicero as a “thorn in the side of investor-owned water utilities.” His last day is Jan. 31.
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Listen 1:37Trenton Water Works customers advised to save water as ice builds up in Delaware River
Trenton Water Works recently spent $9 million to prevent water intake blockages, and a design flaw is likely to blame.
11 months ago
U.S. Coast Guard still working to free cargo ship stuck along the Delaware River
The ship ran aground in the Delaware River north of the Ben Franklin Bridge. It is carrying 45,000 tons of solar salt, according to the Coast Guard.
11 months ago
New Jersey removes bald eagles from endangered species list as populations soar
The state was able to delist the species because their reproductive rate over multiple years reached sustainable levels.
11 months ago
Listen 1:12Delaware inks deal with US Wind worth $128 million
US Wind plans two offshore wind projects off the coast of Delmarva. The projects require running cables beneath Delaware waters, wetlands and state park land.
11 months ago
Listen 1:04The northern Delaware park is replacing the historic Chambers House Nature Center with a center that focuses on education and recreation.
11 months ago
Listen 1:32Delaware combatting coastal erosion as $25M Indian River Inlet dredging project advances
More than 130,000 cubic yards of sand have been restored as part of a $25 million effort to protect Route 1 and combat severe erosion at Indian River Inlet.
11 months ago
Explore more than 30 trails during New Jersey’s ‘First Day Hikes’
Last year, nearly 2,000 hikers took part, collectively traveling 5,000 miles.
11 months ago
‘So grotesque they’re beautiful’: Eastern hellbender may get federal protections
The species has existed for millions of years, but the salamanders are threatened by poor water quality and populations have drastically declined.
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