Pennsylvania Sea Grant and partners will be marking storm drains in the Upper Chichester watershed in Delaware County on April 16 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Upper Chichester Township, Delaware County Conservation District, Clean Air Council, Naamans Marcus Hook Stoney Creek Watershed Alliance to promote healthy communities, reduce pollution and flooding, and to learn how small actions can make big impacts!

Residents are invited to participate in a short educational program on the impacts of stormwater and then label storm sewer drains.

The workshop will include information about local streams and the common sources of pollution linked to stormwater.

Participants will also have an opportunity to network and connect with local organizations working towards cleaner water!

Click Here to register and for more information.

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-- Indiana Gazette: Blacklick Abandoned Mine Drainage Treatment Facility Celebrated Near Vintondale

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[Posted: March 19, 2025]

3/24/2025