EPA grant cuts leave community projects at Bartram's Garden in limbo
Bartram's Garden in Philadelphia is dealing with the sudden loss of a federal grant meant for community initiatives.
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Bartram's Garden in Philadelphia is dealing with the sudden loss of a federal grant meant for community initiatives.
Bartram's Garden in Philadelphia is dealing with the sudden loss of a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency meant for community initiatives.
EPA employees gathered outside their office in Center City to protest what they're calling "senseless acts" by the Trump administration.
Employees of the Environmental Protection Agency are gathering outside their office in Center City to protest what they're calling “senseless acts” by the Trump administration. They say that the federal government cut grants that allow them to provide clean air and water to people across the mid-atlantic region, including Philadelphia. Eva Andersen reports with more.
These Philadelphia parents were concerned when they got a letter from the water department about lead pipes. Here's what you need to know.
The Environmental Protection Agency banned two solvents known to cause a range of cancers: trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE).
The EPA estimates that nine million homes in the U.S. have lead pipes.
Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora is concerned about the kids in his city after high levels of lead were found near a school and playground. The city is launching an effort to get children tested.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency designated two common forever chemicals as hazardous substances.
PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are everywhere and can linger permanently in air, water and soil. In response, Aqua New Jersey just unveiled a new water treatment system to help remove them from drinking water.
Water utility company, Aqua New Jersey, cut the ribbon on Monday for a new water treatment system in Lawrenceville designed to capture and remove PFAS. PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are everywhere and can linger permanently in air, water and soil. In response, Aqua New Jersey just unveiled a new water treatment system to help remove them from drinking water.
She will be speaking in Pittsburgh's Larimer neighborhood just after 1 p.m. today.
The agency said tighter standards would improve IQ scores in children and reduce high blood pressure and heart disease in adults.
The Bellwether District is a plan to transform the old Philadelphia Energy Solutions Refinery into a 1,300 economic engine on the banks of the Schuylkill River.
Wildlife officials say the recent supreme court ruling on Sackett vs. EPA is putting some Delaware wetlands at a higher risk for pollution.
A $392.7 million settlement with a West Deptford chemical manufacturing company over PFAS contamination is said to be the first of its kind in New Jersey.
The head of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was in Allentown Tuesday to announce a $3 million investment from the federal government.
The head of the Environmental Protection Agency was in Allentown Tuesday to announce a $3 million investment from the federal government to fight pollution.
Those with respiratory problems will be especially vulnerable and should limit outdoor activities, the DEP says.
President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order Tuesday at the Environmental Protection Agency, which officials said looks to curb the federal government's enforcement of climate regulations by putting American jobs above addressing climate change.
A Camden County, New Jersey superfund site is about to get a $14-million cleanup.
The new rules, announced last week by the federal Environmental Protection Agency, call for more protections of the nation's waterways, including headwaters that feed into larger rivers such as the Schuykill and Delaware.
Part of the asphalt playground at the Nebinger Elementary School has been transformed into a rain garden.
Democrats on a congressional oversight panel are stepping up their investigation into how well states are regulating the disposal of oil and gas waste, citing continuing public concern about the potential environmental and health risks of hydraulic fracturing.
With the recent dip in oil prices, the Environmental Protection Agency wants the State Department to "revisit" how much of a toll the Keystone XL oil pipeline would have on global warming.
Police in West Whiteland Township are investigating after they say a man abused multiple children. They are looking for more victims.
The Phillies will be throwing it back to the late 1930s and early 1940s during next month's Field of Dreams game in Iowa.
While the No Surprises Act protects patients from unexpected medical bills, it doesn't apply to ground ambulance transports.
Prosecutors in Bucks County say Ryan Gaffney took naked photos of at least two people in custody and shared them with coworkers and personal contacts.
Monday will be seasonable in the Philadelphia area before severe storms bring the threat of damaging winds and flash flooding Tuesday.
Police in West Whiteland Township are investigating after they say a man abused multiple children. They are looking for more victims.
The Phillies will be throwing it back to the late 1930s and early 1940s during next month's Field of Dreams game in Iowa.
While the No Surprises Act protects patients from unexpected medical bills, it doesn't apply to ground ambulance transports.
Prosecutors in Bucks County say Ryan Gaffney took naked photos of at least two people in custody and shared them with coworkers and personal contacts.
Monday will be seasonable in the Philadelphia area before severe storms bring the threat of damaging winds and flash flooding Tuesday.
Police in West Whiteland Township are investigating after they say a man abused multiple children. They are looking for more victims.
While the No Surprises Act protects patients from unexpected medical bills, it doesn't apply to ground ambulance transports.
Prosecutors in Bucks County say Ryan Gaffney took naked photos of at least two people in custody and shared them with coworkers and personal contacts.
Wawa is toasting the legacy of former CEO Dick Wood by offering customers free coffee Monday.
Philadelphia police say the victim was camping out between two homes on Kensington Avenue when he was shot multiple times.
New age requirements, licensing rules and penalties for violations for e-bikes and electric scooters take effect in New Jersey on Sunday.
For the first time, a federal appeals court ruled the Garden State's weapons ban violates the Second Amendment.
At Stockton University, high school students learn the ins and outs of criminal investigations through scenarios inspired by the hit TV show CSI.
A New Jersey daycare owner is accused of administering melatonin to two children in her care without the consent of their parents.
Somerdale Cold Cuts is temporarily closed after alleged thieves stole copper wires and pipes that supply cold air for the walk-in refrigerator.
Delaware State Police are investigating a death after a man's body was found in a retention pond near Christiana Hospital in Newark.
Body-worn camera videos from the night Kadir Skinner was shot and killed by police in Wilmington, Delaware, were released by state and local officials Thursday.
Attorneys for the family of Kadir Skinner, the 19-year-old shot and killed by Wilmington police, have released new cellphone video.
Delaware State University sophomore Santino Harwood is ready to show off his skills in MLB All-Star Week's HBCU Swingman Classic.
A viral social media trend involving squishy toys is sending a growing number of children to hospital burn units.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
While the cyclosporiasis outbreak is concentrated in the Midwest, more cases are popping up in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
The Phillies will be throwing it back to the late 1930s and early 1940s during next month's Field of Dreams game in Iowa.
The New York Mets won a series in Philadelphia for the first time in nearly four years, beating the Phillies 6-1 on Sunday.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 33rd home run, fellow All-Star Jesús Luzardo allowed two hits in five strong innings to lead the Phillies past the Mets.
Defenseman Jamie Drysdale's extension is the fourth contract extension Flyers GM Danny Briere has handed out since July 1.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
A water main break early Monday morning left 70 customers in Philadelphia's Manayunk neighborhood without service.
Although Monday will be seasonable in the Philadelphia region, the NEXT Weather team is tracking severe weather on Tuesday, expected to bring the threat of flooding and damaging winds.
Consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz tells us about the loophole in the law that allowed the charge to go through and what to do if you get hit with a similar charge.
In honor of Dick Wood all coffee is free at Wawa locations all day Monday.
The man was found in front of the hospital in Newark, Delaware, on Saturday morning.