Outdoors
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In Upper Darby: Man in Mask Snatches Alligator From Darby Creek
The urban myth about alligators in the sewers came closer to reality this week when Upper Darby Police reported that a two-foot alligator was spotted in Darby Creek in Upper Darby, writes Tom Ignudo for CBS News Philadelphia. Someone walking their dog at Penn Pines Park near Providence Road contacted Upper Darby Police after the…
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6 Montgomery County Day Trips That Feel Like a Mini Vacation
A memorable getaway does not require airfare or a hotel reservation. Sometimes a change of scenery and an unhurried meal are enough to make an ordinary Saturday feel like a trip. Montgomery County and its immediate surroundings offer six destinations that can turn a weekend into something closer to a vacation, from European-inspired architecture to…
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Cathedral Gardens: Chester Community Works to Transform Vacant Church Into Public Green Space
A fire-scarred church in Chester is becoming something unexpected: a lush mosaic garden open to the entire community. The effort to transform the former Third Presbyterian Church at 9th and Potter streets into Cathedral Gardens is already underway. Volunteers recently descended on the long-vacant property armed with chainsaws, rakes, and wheelbarrows to begin clearing the…
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The Summer Camp That Never Really Ended for These Chester County Men
Every Friday, about 20 men scattered across the country open their laptops and dial into a Zoom call. They’re in their 70s and 80s now, but for an hour or so, they’re kids at camp again. The thread connecting them is Camp Saginaw, the overnight camp in Oxford farmland where they spent their summers in…
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Nine Must-Visit Gardens and Arboretums Hiding Around Delaware County and the Main Line
Not every peaceful escape requires a weekend road trip. Tucked along the Main Line and throughout Delaware County, a collection of gardens, arboretums, and outdoor spaces quietly rewards those willing to seek them out. These are places where the pace slows, the air smells like earth and bloom, and the noise of suburban life fades…
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How to Spend a Perfect Summer Day at Nockamixon State Park
Before most people finish their first cup of coffee, kayaks are already cutting across the glassy surface of Lake Nockamixon. Hikers are lacing up in the parking lot. A sailboat drifts toward the middle of the lake without a sound. This is Nockamixon State Park at its best. And if you time it right, it…
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Darlington Inn Auction Stirs Dirt in Long Crebilly Farm Battle
The battle to keep Crebilly Farm as open space has not lost steam, with residents pressing Westtown Township officials to reconsider any commercial use of the property’s historic Darlington Inn, which the township plans to auction off, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Officials said a circulating email “mischaracterized the intent and scope of the agenda item”…
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These 2 Trails in and Near Delaware County Offer Scenery and Only Moderate Exertion
Warmer weather will eventually get more of us out on the trails, enjoying the views of nature as we hike our chosen paths. Here are two of the top-rated hikes in and near Delaware County included in a list of 10 best hikes for Philadelphia’s western suburbs, writes Ben Silver and Kylee Steigelman for Main…
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Downingtown Trestle Bridge to Undergo Redesign Amid Chester Valley Trail Expansion
Plans are underway to redesign Downingtown’s Trestle Bridge as part of long-term plans to extend the Chester Valley Trail, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The historic bridge has been out of commission since the 1980s, sitting untouched across the east Brandywine River. Stretching 1,450 feet long and 130 feet high, the structure will…
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Walking on Frozen Schuylkill River is Both Dangerous and Illegal, Philly Police Warn
Philadelphia police are warning the public to avoid ice-covered bodies of water, including the frozen Schuylkill River, or risk facing fines, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The frozen river’s allure is strong, particularly because it only freezes a few times each decade, tempting some people to venture onto the ice. “We’re getting reports of people…
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New Hope’s Soleybury Orchards Has Some of the Freshest Apples in the Area
New Hope’s Solebury Orchards is a picturesque spot with countless varieties of crisp, juicy apples that put the store-bought ones to shame, writes Claire Allard for Family Destinations Guide. On the ride to the farm, enjoy scenic views of Bucks County along the winding backroads accompanied by farmland and historic homes. The charming barn that serves as the farm’s store…
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Recent Court Ruling and Venezuelan Upheaval Could Transfer 300-Acre Delaware River Island to Trump Donor
The recent U.S. court rulings and political developments in Venezuela could end up with the transfer of ownership of New Jersey’s Petty’s Island from Venezuela to investor and conservative donor Paul Singer and his Elliott Investment Management, writes Rich Calder for the New York Post. The 300‑acre island in the Delaware River, known for its…
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DelVal Receives Healing the Planet Grant to Support Student-Led Tree-Planting Initiative on Campus
To encourage the planting of more trees in local communities, Delaware Valley University has received a $4,000 Healing the Planet grant from The GIANT Company and Keep America Beautiful. The grant supported an environmentally positive, student-led tree-planting initiative on campus, led by faculty member Joe Theesfeld and his Basic Plant Management course, which consists primarily…
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Hiker Attacked by Coyote on Chester County Trail
A coyote attack injured a trail user in Chester County on Sunday, Dec. 28, writes Tom Ignudo for CBS News Philadelphia. According to the police, the incident took place on Warwick Furnace Road in Warwick Township. It is not known whether the hiker was bitten or scratched during the encounter, but the coyote did lacerate their skin, said Jeanne…
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Circuit Trails Coalition Secures Funding to Bring Over 90 Miles of New Trails to Philadelphia, Surrounding Region
The Circuit Trails Coalition has recently obtained funding to support the development of up to 91 miles of new trails in Philadelphia and the surrounding region, with several projects already in progress, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. Upon completion, the Circuit Trails in the region will stretch for more than 500 miles, connecting nine…
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How a Network of Trails Became One of the Region’s Biggest Success Stories
The year 2025 was marked by moments that dominated headlines and conversations nationwide — from TikTok nearly being banned and the viral Coldplay concert clip, to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting engaged, to an American being elected as the head of the Catholic Church. Across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, the year brought its own…
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PECO Helps Bring the Holiday Magic to These Five Local Light Displays
The Philadelphia region will shine a little brighter this winter, thanks to a lineup of beloved holiday light attractions supported by PECO. From historic Center City traditions to immersive suburban displays, these sparkling showcases invite families and friends to step into the season together. Historic Grandeur at Wanamaker Light Show Since its 1956 debut, the…
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Rescuers Capture, Treat and Release Broomall Fox with Throat Pipe
A red fox first spotted in Broomall back in October is now tubeless, writes Hayden Mitman for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The fox had been spotted with a plastic tube around its neck, and efforts have been underway since October to capture the animal and remove the tube. It has since been trapped, treated, and released…
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