Sylas Yarad is an intern reporting for the Allegheny Front for the summer of 2023. They currently attend the University of Pittsburgh, and study English Writing with a concentration in Poetry with a special interest in environmental issues and eco-philosophy.

Sylas Yarad

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A new survey looks at the risks of chemical exposure through personal care products

Sylas Yarad·August 11, 2023

According to the survey, U.S. consumers are exposed on average to two ingredients linked to cancer from their daily personal care products. Men’s usage of personal care products has nearly doubled since 2004.

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Pennsylvania’s portion of Lake Erie on track to become a national marine sanctuary

Sylas Yarad·August 11, 2023

The proposal looks to protect dozens of underwater shipwrecks in Lake Erie off the coast of Pennsylvania while still allowing for fishing, boating and diving.

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Preparing for the arrival of the invasive spongy moth

Sylas Yarad·June 26, 2023

Pennsylvania is in the midst of an outbreak of spongy moths. The invasive insect has caused significant damage to forests since the 1970s.

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A new survey looks at the risks of chemical exposure through personal care products

Pennsylvania’s portion of Lake Erie on track to become a national marine sanctuary

Preparing for the arrival of the invasive spongy moth