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Rivers Conservation and Fly Fishing Youth Camp Graduates 32
Thirty-two students graduated from the 12th annual Rivers Conservation and Fly Fishing Youth Camp on June 23, completing a course of study that included subjects such as hydrogeology, wetland study, and benthic macro-invertebrate study.
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Bills On the Governor’s Desk
Several environmental bills were signed into law and one vetoed this week by Gov. Rendell. His desk is now clear of bills passed before summer adjournment of the General Assembly. Here’s the rundown….
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Allegheny Energy Invests $550 Million to Reduce Air Pollution, Mercury at Hatfield
Allegheny Energy, Inc. announced plans this week to install flue gas desulfurization equipment (scrubbers) at its coal-fired Hatfield's Ferry Power Station located near Masontown, Pa.
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County By County Breakdown Shows Extent of Abandoned Mine Problem in PA
The Pennsylvania Abandoned Mine Lands Campaign this week released a county by county breakdown of the extent and cost of reclaiming abandoned mines in the 42 counties affected by mine drainage and abandoned mine safety issues across the state.
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Funding for Watershed Specialists Continued for Another 2 Years
The Department of Environmental Protection this week announced the award of more than $4 million in continued support for 66 conservation district watershed specialist positions throughout Pennsylvania.
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Chesapeake Bay Foundation Unveils New Website
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation unveiled a redesigned, more interactive website this week which provides more ways for residents of the Susquehanna and Potomac watersheds to learn about how they can protect the Bay.
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DEP’s Cambria Mining Office Featured in Green Building Study
The Department of Environmental Protection’s District Mining Office in Cambria County was featured in a newly released study of low-energy, high-performance commercial buildings in the United States.
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All-Star Baseball Game in Pittsburgh Features Special Recycling Event
Baseball fans at the All-Star game in Pittsburgh did more than watch top athletes play ball – they helped the environment too.
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Tireless Project Contributes to Mayor O’Connor’s Redd Up Initiative
The All-Star Game is over, but the Tireless Project continues to Redd Up the Three Rivers. In its fourth season, The Tireless Projects have engaged over 500 volunteers to clean nearly 1,000 tires and 90 tons of debris from our three rivers, and six clean-ups are scheduled in the coming months.
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On-Farm Compost Workshop Set for Wilson College on July 22
On July 22 Wilson College will host a free on-farm composting workshop from 10 a.m. to 12 noon entitled, “Farm-Scale Composting of Food Waste & Manures.”
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Spent Mushroom Substrate Symposium Planned for September
“Nature and Uses for Spent Mushroom Substrate” is the topic for an international symposium to be held in Concordville, Delaware County, September 17-20.
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Water Works Operators Set Annual Conference for August 7-9
The Water Works Operators' Association will hold its annual conference at the Ramada Inn & Conference Center on August 7 to 9 in State College.
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July Issue of EE Connections Newsletter Available From Environmental Ed Center
The June issue of EE Connections newsletter from the Pennsylvania Center for Environmental Education is now available online.
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Ned Smith Center Hosts Annual Nature and Arts Festival July 28-29
The Ned Smith Center for Nature and Arts will hold its annual festival in Millersburg, Dauphin County on July 28-29.
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See & Hear - Take an Online Video Tour of the Tom Ridge Environmental Center, Erie
You can take an online video tour of the Tom Ridge Environmental Center on Presque Isle, Eric County, courtesy of Keystone-Xtra.
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See & Hear - Join Students on the Susquehanna Expedition Through Online Video
High School students on the four week expedition down the Susquehanna shared their experience through blogs and photos, now you can watch video clips as well online.
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Environmental Heritage - Karl Mason Profiled in Pennsylvania Heritage Magazine
Karl Mason, Pennsylvania’s first state environmental administrator, was the subject of a 4-page profile in the summer issue of Pennsylvania Heritage magazine published by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
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Feature - Natural Challenges Confront Elk Calf Study Team, By Joe Kosack, Game Commission
The piercing buzz that radiated from the rankled timber rattlesnake's tail quickly persuaded Jon DeBerti, Pennsylvania Game Commission biologist, to stop searching for elk calves. The snake was close. So were the other two rattlers that immediately joined the first in announcing their presence to the biologist.
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Quick Clips
Here’s a selection of NewsClips on environmental topics from around the state.
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Watershed NewsClips
Read a sampling of NewsClips on watershed topics from around Pennsylvania.
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Regulations
No new regulations were published this week. Pennsylvania Bulletin – July 15, 2006
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Technical Guidance & Permits
Several notices were published related to general permits for crematories, Pennsylvania’s State Programmatic Permit, organizations certified for radon testing and a reorganization of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Here are the details….
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Calendar of Events
Upcoming conferences, meetings, workshops, plus links to other online calendars. Meetings are in Harrisburg unless otherwise noted. Go To: PA Environment Digest Calendar Page
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Stories Invited
Send your stories about environmental issues, programs and positive actions to PA Environment Digest - DHess@crisciassociates.com or go to www.PaEnvironmentDigest.com .
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