Local Park Focus Of Campaign That Discourages Selling Plastic Water Bottles
The campaign's Rebecca Laden says our national parks should be protecting our natural resource, water, by discouraging plastic bottles.
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The campaign's Rebecca Laden says our national parks should be protecting our natural resource, water, by discouraging plastic bottles.
The effort gives community groups an opportunity to raise money while cleaning up their neighborhoods.
The animal was destroyed and a woman exposed to it is getting shots as a precaution.
Olaf Jensen, a Rutgers University biologist, is studying how and why some breeds of fish can convert from female to male. And, sometimes, back again.
Rowan University is taking a major step toward establishing itself as a technology hub for South Jersey, taking problem-solving to a new level.
This beetle, the emerald ash borer, is the size of a penny. It's small, but it's a killer of ash trees.
Dredging work should resume later this month at a beach replenishment project in southern New Jersey.
New Jersey Department of Agriculture officials reported Monday that the emerald ash borer (EAB), an invasive beetle that attacks and kills ash trees, is active in five towns in three counties.
Lifeguards were dispatched off of Gladstane Avenue Beach, where swimmers were evacuated from the water immediately.
A unique summer camp is being conducted in Bristol, Pa. And it's all about sustainability.
Whitpain Township police say that although the animals are not normally aggressive toward people, they have been known to attack and feed on smaller animals, including househould pets.
The nature preserve is opting to cut down some trees under attack by an aggressive insect.
Fishing groups and environmentalists say the research disturbs and can possibly harm marine life including dolphins, turtles and whales.
A study of 315 locations around the country found that the holiday explosions temporarily boosted the levels of airborne microscopic particles that can pose a health risk.
The forecast of heavy rain this evening prompted the schedule change.
You've probably used Google Maps before, but did you know the website also has something called Google Trekker?
Officials are offering assistance at a number of locations on both sides of the Delaware River, including one in Clayton, Gloucester County.
A permanent memorial was dedicated on the 10th anniversary of the attacks. Officials hope the new visitor's center will boost annual visitors from about 300,000 to 500,000.
Persistent power outages continue to make life difficult for more than 200,000 people around the Delaware Valley and South Jersey.
Getaways can be relaxing and recharging. Here's an ideal spot for one.
With tens of thousands of power outages, dozens of major road closures, and other related headaches, Delaware County Council chairman Mario Civera (at lectern in photo) says they reached out to Governor Wolf for assistance.
The main drag through Gibbstown wasn't too bad: just the occasional tree or tree limb down. But on the side streets, it was a different story.
Plans for the apartment building on the 200 block of Arch Street were due to be voted on by the architectural committee of the Philadelphia Historical Commission.
The new restrictions apply to birds headed to live markets, and to eggs destined for facilities where they are broken open and processed.
Recent rain and more in the forecast is a welcome sight to farmers after the entire month of May produced barely more than one inch of rain in the Delaware Valley.
Leave a little extra drive time Sunday as more snow is on the way for the Delaware Valley.
A driver and a passenger are dead after a car crashed into a home in Harrison Township and caught fire, police say.
Week three of Philadelphia's "52 Weeks of Firsts" is underway as the city highlights the nation's first volunteer fire company.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
Have your winter gear ready and try to lay down some salt to help melt any of the slushy snow.
Leave a little extra drive time Sunday as more snow is on the way for the Delaware Valley.
A driver and a passenger are dead after a car crashed into a home in Harrison Township and caught fire, police say.
Week three of Philadelphia's "52 Weeks of Firsts" is underway as the city highlights the nation's first volunteer fire company.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
Have your winter gear ready and try to lay down some salt to help melt any of the slushy snow.
Week three of Philadelphia's "52 Weeks of Firsts" is underway as the city highlights the nation's first volunteer fire company.
Thousands of dollars worth of high-demand GLP-1 weight loss drugs were stolen from a pharmacy in Bucks County.
A police source told CBS News Philadelphia Friday that Jahmez Cartwright, 18, has contacted his family and said he is safe.
Point Breeze residents woke up Friday morning to shattered car windows after a series of overnight break-ins.
Many families in Delaware County are feeling the pressure of rising heating bills as they try to stay warm this winter.
A driver and a passenger are dead after a car crashed into a home in Harrison Township and caught fire, police say.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office is moving to dismiss all pending indictments against La'quetta Small.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Mika Zibanejad became the Rangers' all-time leader in power-play goals in New York's 6-3 win over Philadelphia.
Jaylon Tyson scored a career-high 39 points, as the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers completed a two-game sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers Friday night.
At Pennsauken High School, one football player is embarking on a new journey after overcoming some tough days on the grid-iron.
The Phillies agreed to a three-year contract with J.T. Realmuto after losing out on Bo Bichette, according to a source.
Infielder Bo Bichette and the New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, a source tells The Associated Press.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Center City District Restaurant Week in Philadelphia returns this weekend as more than 120 locations will offer discounted dining deals.
Leave a little extra drive time Sunday as more snow is on the way for the Philadelphia region. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Everyone from plow crews to everyday people are getting ready for this second hit of snow in the Philadelphia region. Dan Snyder reports.
A car crashed into a home in Harrison Township, New Jersey, Saturday evening, killing two people inside the vehicle after a fire broke out, police say.
Week 3 of Philadelphia's "52 Weeks of Firsts" is underway as the city highlights the nation's first volunteer fire company. Eva Andersen reports.