Creating Native Habitat, Yard by Yard

Julie GrantJuly 17, 2020

Native plants can transform your yard into habitat for insects, birds and other wildlife, but the occasional peony is okay, too

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Invasive Lanternfly Spotted in Pittsburgh Area

Julie GrantJuly 2, 2020

Keep an eye out for the nymphs of the Spotted Lanternfly, which can devastate some crops and ooze a sticky substance that encourages a black mold.

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Annual Sojourn Promotes River Recreation and Education

Andy KubisJuly 2, 2020

From Johnstown to Apollo, the kayak trip floated through deep gorges, Class II rapids and historic towns.

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Former Minelands Get an Ecological Do-Over

Andy KubisJune 12, 2020

Replanting reclaimed mine sites with native trees is part of an effort to do mine reclamation right a second time around.

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Great Lakes Offshore Wind Project Calls Ohio Approval a ‘Poison Pill’

Julie GrantMay 29, 2020

The first-ever offshore wind project in the Great Lakes was approved, but would have to shut down at night for 8 months of the year.

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River Alliance Charts Coordinated Path for the Ohio Watershed

Julie GrantMay 8, 2020

The Ohio River Basin Alliance has several goals for the 15-state watershed like being a world-class destination for outdoor recreation.

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Coronavirus Delays Conservation Efforts in Pennsylvania

Kara HolsoppleMay 8, 2020

From bird banding to monitoring fragile habitats, groups are postponing critical conservation research and activities.

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‘Unbuilding’: What Might Happen if Dams are Removed in the Ohio River Watershed

Julie GrantMay 1, 2020

Removing small unused dams improves safety and fish habitat, but not everyone is on board.

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Could Sea Level Rise Elevate the Reputation of an Invasive Reed?

Susan PhillipsApril 24, 2020

The invasive plant is pitting conservationists who want it removed to protect native species against land managers who say it's keeping coastal land intact.

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Want to Take Your Mind Off the Pandemic and Feel More Calm? Try Birding.

Kara HolsoppleApril 17, 2020

Birding expert Jason Ward says now is a good time to take up birding. Not only are many of us at home, but billions of birds are migrating north. He has some tips to get started.

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