Julie Hancher

Philly fell back to 19th place for its 2021 ParkScore® due to our park access inequality.

Philly jumped four spots in 2020, to be back at its 2019 ranking. The Trust for Public Land released its…

4 years ago

Newly completed Chester redevelopment project includes stormwater management & access to the riverfront

Engle Street project is an effort to revitalize the Chester Waterfront with the city and Delaware County A new project…

4 years ago

Sign up to paddle the Delaware River during the 2021 Delaware River Sojourn

Paddlers can sign up for daily excursion or the entire trip to travel over 60 miles of the Delaware River…

4 years ago

90s kids: Recycle old Barbies & Matchbox® cars with Mattel’s new program

Another toy recycling program debuts with a major brand Recycling old toys can be a challenge, so we recently shared…

4 years ago

One man’s trash, a neighborhood treasure: How one neighbor upcycled pollinator-friendly planters out of litter.

People keep littering in Olde Richmond. So one woman made planters out of discarded tires for the neighbors to enjoy.…

4 years ago

Sip by the Schuylkill all season long: Two new waterfront Parks on Taps

Two chances to enjoy our local Delaware Watershed waterfront debut tonight Want to enjoy our local watershed with snacks, a…

5 years ago

Preregister for the next Hazardous Waste Event on May 15th

Got old cleaning product, antifreeze or other hazardous waste? Sign up to dispose of it. The Philadelphia Streets Department is…

5 years ago

Those warmer Spring temps you’re feeling? It’s Climate Change.

It's not just you. Warmer temps mean nature gets thrown off in various ways. Enjoy the heat wave this week?…

5 years ago

Recycling made easy: How to get rid of your old clothes & electronics in one swoop with Retrievr.

Retrievr will pick up your old digs from your door. We tried the service. Here's how it works. Spring means…

5 years ago