Environment
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Investigation found exotic animal parts like ivory are being sold in Pa., bill may stop it
Legislation is moving through the Pennsylvania House to stop the sale of animal parts of at-risk animal species, partially because of an investigation that discovered ivory and other parts of endangered species were available for sale in 18 counties.
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Meet Sheba, the newest animal arrival at the Erie Zoo. What is a binturong?
The Erie Zoo recently announced on social media that they have welcomed a new binturong, or bearcat, to the zoo. The almost 8-year-old bearcat is named Sheba.
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May 31, 1985: ‘I heard a noise like a train.’ Remembering the Albion-Cranesville tornado
Residents remember the night, 40 years ago, when a tornado hit Albion and Cranesville, killing 12 people and destroying or damaging more than 300 homes and other buildings.
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Pennsylvania’s deadliest tornadoes: A look back at the twisters that shook the state
Tornadoes are a common weather occurrence in Pennsylvania, with some leaving a path of destruction, devastation, and even death across the state.
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Escape the heat: Dive into adventure at Pennsylvania’s best tubing spots
Throughout the state, there are plenty of places to enjoy a relaxing float down the water with your friends in an inner tube.
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Cicadas are emerging in Pennsylvania, but you may not be hearing them yet. Here’s why
People in the central and southeastern part of the state are starting to see cicadas but not hearing any sounds coming from them. It has to do with sexual maturity.
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Meet University of Pittsburgh’s new residents: Peregrine falcon chicks
Three peregrine falcon chicks at the University of Pittsburgh were banded by the Pennsylvania Game Commission, aiding scientific tracking of their life history.
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‘We can’t keep going through this.’ Pa. Gov. Shapiro visits flood sites in Somerset County
Gov. Josh Shapiro visited southern Somerset County on recently to speak with residents and see first-hand the flood recovery efforts that are underway in Garrett and Meyersdale.
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Discover the magic of the night sky: 7 great places to stargaze in Pennsylvania
Throughout the state, there are plenty of places to take in the majesty of the night sky.
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Pennsylvania puppy mills cited in national nonprofit’s annual report of violators
New report details 11 dog breeders in the commonwealth.
