Environment
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Why the Pittsburgh Zoo is planning to send two more elephants to the ICC in Somerset
Two African elephants from the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium are packing their trunks and moving to Somerset County.
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Feathery fall migrations: Keep your eyes peeled for these traveling birds
Spot the birds making their way across Pennsylvania during their autumn migrations south.
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From declawing to bestiality: Pennsylvania lawmakers target animal cruelty
The House Judiciary Committee moved a package of legislation that includes proposals to enhance penalties and investigative resources for animal cruelty cases as well as tightening rules for elective procedures.
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Erie Zoo welcomes newborn monkey. When can you see the baby lesser spot-nosed guenon?
The baby, a lesser spot-nosed guenon whose gender isn’t known yet, was born Oct. 8 to first-time mother Georgia and to father Nemo, zoo officials announced Oct. 9.
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Pittsburghers preserving pawpaw trees, some hope it will lead to more zebra swallowtail butterflies
The deciduous tree bears North America’s largest native fruit, and supports the zebra swallowtail butterfly — a species that has all but disappeared from the Pittsburgh region.
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Scientists find evidence that a Pennsylvania town’s water was contaminated by fracking
Three years after noticing discoloration and odors in their wells, residents in New Freeport are still fighting for clean water.
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These 25 Pennsylvania counties are under a drought watch. What does it mean?
Erie County is one of many counties in the state that has been placed under a drought watch by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s Drought Task Force.
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Flood disclosure bill to help home buyers recognize risks passes in Pa. House
Rep. Perry Warren (R-Bucks) introduced House Bill 1704 days after the July 4 flash flood in Kerr County, Texas, that killed at least 135 people, including more than two dozen staff and young campers at a summer camp for girls.
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How should Erie improve its public parks? The city wants your input
The city of Erie is seeking the public’s input on a proposed comprehensive, multiyear plan for enhancing the city’s public parks.
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Polar vortex is stirring up. Here’s when Pennsylvania can expect the first frost 2025
The Earth’s polar vortex is stirring up, bringing the first hints of changing weather as the autumn foliage starts to turn and the temperatures begin to drop.
