Amid a divided state legislature, Pennsylvania Democrats and Republicans are finding rare common ground in a bill designed to usher in a new industry for capturing climate-altering carbon dioxide and burying it underground. Among other provisions, Senate Bill 831 would create an enforcement structure for carbon capture within the state; set a low bar for … Read more
After several years’ absence, the Central Pennsylvania Orchid Society has announced that its 55th Annual Orchid Show is coming back to its normal venue, the Snider Agricultural Arena on Penn State’s campus. The Snider Ag Arena is located at the corner of Park Avenue and Fox Hollow Road, diagonally across from Beaver Stadium, and the … Read more
Brett Anderson scoops up a handful of tiny pieces of black rubber at Lancaster County’s Ecore Flooring. Some slip through his fingers and bounce back into a huge bin, blending into the pile. They’re rubber remnants of worn-out truck tires, ready to be repurposed into flooring products. Every night, seven or eight truckloads of the … Read more
Mark your calendars: A rare opportunity to view a solar eclipse is coming to Central Pa. on April 8! A solar eclipse happens when the moon crosses between the sun and the Earth and casts a shadow. Most of North America will see at least a portion of the eclipse. The path of totality, where 100% of … Read more
With the cold weather starting to creep in throughout Central Pennsylvania, gardening might be the last thought on some people’s minds. However, spring is on the distant horizon and some plants can be started inside now for those in Zone 7a. WHTM Morning Weather Start growing these plants inside now to prepare for the gardening … Read more
Bipartisan legislation that proposes the installation of solar panels in schools across Pennsylvania awaits a vote in the state Senate. The Solar for Schools bill aims to combat climate change and invest in education. Fewer than 2% of Pennsylvania’s nearly 7,000 schools are powered by solar energy. Mick Iskric is superintendent of Steelton-Highspire School District, which has a … Read more
The first frost ushered in November in Central Pennsylvania, signaling the end of the growing season. However, there are still some plants whose seeds can be sown this month. First, here’s what can be harvested from your garden in December in Zone 7a/Central Pennsylvania: Continue reading on ABC27
Red Cross volunteers are preparing to offer emergency shelter to people who might be displaced by disaster. Disaster program manager Melinda Rosario said the most common disasters in Pennsylvania are house fires and floods. Severe storms and flooding events are expected to increase in the state as global temperatures rise. Rosario said the changing environment … Read more
Fall foliage season is in full swing in South Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland, and this week is expected to be the peak for color. The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) says that the leaves are changing color at different elevations, so there’s something to see for everyone. “Pennsylvania has a longer … Read more
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced today, after a meeting of the Commonwealth Drought Task Force, that six counties will return to normal, with 15 counties in drought watch or drought warning. Drought watch has been lifted for Berks, Chester, Clarion, Fayette, Lehigh, and Venango counties. Continue reading on Tri-State Alert
Nestled in the heart of the northeastern United States lies Pennsylvania, a state brimming with natural beauty and a diverse range of landscapes. From the rolling hills of the Pocono Mountains to the bustling urban landscapes of Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is a place of contrasts and surprises. But what really makes this state unique … Read more
A few summers ago, it looked like Central Pennsylvania was experiencing a biblical plague. Plants, trees, and parking lots seemed to be covered in spotted lanternflies — an invasive species native to Southeast Asia. They were first spotted in Berks County, and have since spread throughout Pennsylvania and the Northeastern United States. Continue reading on WITF
Going to a local flower shop and picking out a premade bouquet is a great way to adorn your table with fresh flowers, but there are plenty of options in central Pennsylvania to pick your own flowers directly from the source. EverFresh Produce Farm Market: 3145 Division Highway, New Holland, PA EverFresh is open from the … Read more
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in rural Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, is installing 52 solar panels with the goal to save at least $4,000 a year in electricity costs, which church leaders hope will help the congregation meet the growing challenge of balancing its budget while continuing to support charitable ministries. “If this array provides our electric electrical … Read more
When the Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska at Fairbanks announced the 17 states where the northern lights might make an unusual appearance this week, Pennsylvania was oddly not on the list. Why would the space spectacle, also known as the aurora borealis, be visible in New York and even Maryland – along with other northern … Read more
Central Pennsylvania is the eighth most air polluted area in the U.S., according to the Guardian. The Guardian is a newspaper based in Britain that describes itself as the world’s leading liberal voice. Carlisle is among many densely populated areas in central Pennsylvania that the U.S. Census Bureau identifies as air pollution hotspots. Others are Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lebanon … Read more
Another round of smoky, hazy skies has returned to the state. But it will not be as bad as it was earlier this month. An air quality alert has been issued for the region until 8 a.m. Thursday. The smoke has caused the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to issue a Code Red for all … Read more
The Susquehanna Valley and other parts of Pennsylvania are now under a Code Orange air quality alert for ozone through midnight Sunday. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued the alert at 3:30 p.m. Saturday for Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York counties. Continue reading on Penn Live
Canadian wildfire smokes continues to impact northeastern and central Pennsylvania Wednesday, what can you do to stay safe? The wildfire smoke will lead to a very hazy and smoky sky. With the smoke reaching ground level, this will greatly reduce air quality to ‘unhealthy’ and ‘very unhealthy’ levels. Continue reading on PAhomepage.com
A burn ban for all of Lebanon County will start Thursday as dry conditions continue with little rain in this week’s forecast. Lebanon County commissioners Tuesday morning signed a resolution for a 30-day burn ban to be put in place starting 12 p.m. June 8. Commissioners cited severe dry conditions that will remain for the foreseeable future, … Read more