Environment
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13 trails where you can embark on a First Day Hike in Pennsylvania
A First Day Hike is a rejuvenating way to usher in a new year, and Pennsylvania’s state parks will host more than 70 guided hikes on Jan. 1.
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How to winterize your home for maximum savings during the cold months
As the cold weather sets in, there are ways to save money on your heating costs with simple winterization projects anyone can do.
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Disaster emergency proclamation issued after nearly 2 feet of snow falls in Erie County
The National Weather Service was calling for 10 to 20 inches of snow to fall in Northwestern Pa. on Sunday and an additional 10 to 15 inches through Monday. Portions of Warren and McKean counties could see the brunt of this band of lake-effect snow.
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Pennsylvania ends campfire ban in state recreational areas
Recent wet weather has decreased the risk of fire danger so Pennsylvania has lifted a campfire ban in state parks and forest lands.
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Adventures on the AT: Hiking the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania
Both flat farmland and rocky ridges lead to memorable hikes on the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania. Here’s what you need to know about each section.
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Doggone: November is National Adopt a Senior Pet month
This November, celebrate the beauty of older pets available at Pennsylvania animal shelters and rescues with National Adopt a Senior Pet month.
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Owning these 4 exotic pets in Pennsylvania could get you in trouble
Although you can own some exotic pets in Pennsylvania, these four might get you in trouble with the law.
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Go Batty: October is Bat Appreciation Month
October is Bat Appreciation Month, and these winged creatures offer valuable benefits to the environment and economy.
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Political grudges, conspiracy theories could undermine disaster relief under Trump
Donald Trump’s history of punishing disloyalty and Republicans’ amplification of conspiracy theories could undermine disaster relief efforts if Trump is elected to a second term in the White House.
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These Pennsylvania caves and caverns beckon adventure seekers
Fall is an ideal time to explore the many caves and caverns hidden deep in the Pennsylvania ground and hillsides.
