Outdoors
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One Local Trail Is Among Six Great Bike Trails in Eastern Pennsylvania
The eastern part of the state features several great bike trails that are suitable for all skill levels, including one that Montgomery County residents can enjoy every day, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. In fact, the Schuylkill River Trail is one of the six great bike trails in Eastern Pennsylvania. It is the result…
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Center City Businesses, Organizations Want to Make Downtown Philadelphia More Convenient For All
Center City businesses and organizations are looking for ways to make visiting Philadelphia’s downtown more convenient for everybody, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Center City District CEO Prema Katari Gupta said during her organization’s recent panel event that her focus is no longer on pre-pandemic recovery but instead attracting new residents, workers,…
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2 Philadelphia Bridges to Be Renovated Thanks to Federal Grant Money
Two bridges over the Wissahickon Creek in Northwest Philadelphia will be rebuilt to help them withstand the pressures of traffic and climate-driven increased flooding thanks to federal grant money, writes Sophia Schmidt for WHYY. The grant is being awarded through a nationwide program aimed at fortifying roads and bridges against the impacts of human-caused climate…
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Top 10 Pennsylvania Trail Gap Closed; Officials Celebrate Opening of Crossing on D&L Trail in Morrisville
Officials recently cut the ribbon on the 0.1-mile Bridge Street Crossing along the D&L Trail in Morrisville. The new segment, which consists of two ramps and a street crossing, forges an ADA-accessible connection on the D&L Trail that was previously impassable due to the bridge abutment at Bridge Street; creates a more-than-75-mile section of uninterrupted…
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Celebrate Trails at Eight Greater Philadelphia Events on the Circuit Trails This Saturday
This Saturday, April 27, is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails to Trails Conservancy in 2013, the celebration encourages people across the country to get outside and enjoy the nation’s exceptional trails and trail systems. How you choose to participate in Celebrate Trails Day is entirely up to…
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Longwood Gardens Listed as a Top 25 Botanical Garden and Conservatory
Throughout time, the Earth’s flower and plant being has always been a timeless beauty that many people love to explore through local botanical gardens and conservatories, writes Melodie Malfa for Yelp Blog. Chester County’s very own Longwood Gardens has been listed as one of the top 25 botanical gardens and conservatories in the U.S. and…
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$1B Has Been Invested Into the Delaware River Waterfront in the Past Decade, Another $10B Could Be Forthcoming
According to an economic impact report commissioned by the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, private developers invested nearly $1 billion into Delaware River waterfront over the last decade. Another economic impact study by Econsult Solutions forecasts another $10 billion will be invested by the private sector in the next decade, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. Most…
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Do You Know What the Most Common Slithering Creature Is in Montgomery County?
Whether we think they are cool creatures or just want to know how to steer clear of them, people are fascinated by snakes, writes the staff at PetNews 2Day. In Pennsylvania, there are 21 native species of snake. Only 3 of them are venomous: the Eastern Copperhead, Timber Rattlesnake, and the Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake. In…
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Bear Season is Back in Bucks County: Tips to Prevent Unwanted Encounters
As the black bear hibernation season ends in Bucks County, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is urging residents to brace for potential bear visits, writes Greg Vellner for The Reporter. With bears soon to be on the move in search of food and new territories, areas like Upper Makefield, Lower Southampton, and Doylestown could see their…
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Where to Find Solar Eclipse Glasses in Bucks County
As Bucks County and the wider region gear up for the spectacular solar eclipse, residents are being reminded of the importance of protecting their eyes with proper solar eclipse glasses, write Damon C. Williams and Eric Lagatta for the Bucks County Courier Times. Bucks County residents can find these essential viewing accessories at local…
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Doylestown Prepares for Annual Fishing Derby with Over 1,000 Trout at Chapman Park
Doylestown is buzzing with excitement for the annual fishing derby at Chapman Park on April 6, marking the start of trout season for youths, writes Ed Doyle for TapintoDoylestown. A subsequent May 4 event welcomes disabled veterans and seniors. With a history dating back to the 1950s, this community hallmark attracts up to 500…
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With Start of Spring, Local Amish Community Prepares for ‘Mud Sales’
With spring just around the corner, the local Amish community is once again starting up its tradition that dates back to the 1960s: mud sales, writes Mark Scolforo for WHEC. Mud sales are country auctions that help finance volunteer fire departments across the Lancaster settlement, as it is referred to by the Amish community. The…
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Delaware Valley University Live Foal Cams Offer Access to Birth of Future Racehorses
Doylestown’s Delaware Valley University stables are raising the next generation of racehorses, reports Marcella Baietto for CBS News Philadelphia. With 24/7 live cameras, anyone can track the journey of these new foals online. From weeks before the due date to the days after the foal is born, viewers can watch the foals’ entrance into…
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Sesame Place Kicks Off Spring with Mardi Gras Event: What You Need to Know
Langhorne’s Sesame Place celebrates its opening day on Friday, April 13, writes Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. The beloved amusement park, known for its family-friendly atmosphere and educational fun, is gearing up to offer visitors a blend of celebration and excitement right from the start. Tickets are priced at $45.99 for…
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New Book Offers Glance at Local Private Gardens Around Region
We all know that the Philadelphia region has some of the most beautiful and historic gardens to visit like Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square or private abodes with exquisite gardens dating back decades or centuries, but viewing them all can take some time, writes Therese Ciesinsi for Lancaster Farming. Private Gardens of Philadelphia, a new…
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March Could Bring Some Northern Lights to Southern Pennsylvania
March could be the month that Southern Pennsylvania gets some Northern Lights (aurora borealis). While not very common, when the conditions are right, states like Arizona and Florida can even see them, and here’s why, writes Kara Seymour for Patch. Space forecasters expect March to be the best month in two decades to see the…
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Send in the Birds: Eliminating Pennsylvania’s Spotted Lanternflies Through Avian Assistance
The ways to get rid of spotted lanternflies over the past few years have been to step, squish, and squash them. But as the battle against the bugs becomes too steep, some researchers say that getting native birds to eat these invasive pests is key, writes Dino Grandoni for The Washington Post. Since the lanternflies…
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A Montgomery County Trail Was Crowned Pennsylvania’s Most Beautiful Trail
The Schuylkill River Trail, which runs through Montgomery County, took the top spot among 16 trails in Pennsylvania that Visit PA claims will leave you breathless, writes Greg Williams for The Sentinel. “When is the best time for happy travelers to get outdoors and enjoy the beauty of Pennsylvania?” asked the publication. “It’s a simple…
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