Environment & Science

Borough council on Monday night heard a presentation on options to mitigate PFAS in its residential drinking supply. None of the proposals are cheap.

On Sunday, a counterclockwise-spinning low pressure system was moving up the coast. The Lehigh Valley was on the western side of the low, which meant heavy rainfall.

An extension of the South Bethlehem Greenway is in its design and public input stage.

The Slatington-based nonprofit promotes conservation through education, research and outdoor recreation for all. Through that work, the landscape has radically changed for the better, making the Lehigh Valley a greener place.

Hundreds of power outages were reported across the Lehigh Valley early Monday following heavy rains. At least 2.35 inches fell at the airport.

Proposed shipping routes showed Norfolk Southern trains carrying LNG directly through several Lehigh Valley municipalities on their way to southern New Jersey.

A baby American alligator was found in Allentown on April 28, 2023.

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This year's Energy and Environment Summit, led by the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, was held Friday morning at The Club at Twin Lakes.

City officials in Easton are warning that a large bear was spotted Thursday on College Hill near Parker and Shawnee avenues.

Soltech Solutions, a Bethlehem start-up, helps 'bring nature indoors.'

The mayor and other officials defined some broad goals and initiatives including continuing to purchase 100% renewable electricity for all municipal operations,

Many who came to SteelStacks in Bethlehem found their roots in gardening during the pandemic.

Air quality in the Lehigh Valley got a 'C' grade for in 2021, up from a 'D' the year before.

The center will feature an exhibit of live otters and a 3-pond habitat.

Observers are expecting legal challenges to Pa.'s participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.

The winning Bangor team will go on to compete in a statewide competition next month.

Cynerio says the flaws could have allowed hackers to control the robots, open locked doors and watch patients.

Because the state isn't complying with its plan, the EPA will redirect money and step up its inspections.

Virtual public hearings on the new rules are set to begin this week.

Two years after the start of the pandemic, they're ready for a full return of visitors.

A House committee approved legislation that allows more gas drilling and urges new pipelines.