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Keep Our Water Flowing

March 27, 2014  |  Public Affairs

Ah, Spring! Warm weather, birds singing, blooming flowers, no water… What! No Water? We don’t want that to happen!
Beginning April 1, 2014, the Philadelphia Water Department will begin shutting off water service for those who are behind on their water bill.

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Help Get a Buoy for Lake Erie!

March 26, 2014  |  Chris Anderson

The Regional Science Consortium is in the running for a Grassroots Grant from the Boat U.S. Foundation and needs your vote to win the grant!

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Fishin’ Around

March 11, 2014  |  Public Affairs

Ever wonder what kinds of fish are fishin’ around in the Schuylkill River? Take a peek into the underwater world at the Fairmount Water Works’ lab to learn how fish can be biological indicators of the health of the river.

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Greening Philadelphia: Short Films Screenings at Temple University

February 26, 2014  |  Public Affairs

GreenTreks is sharing stories that change the world! GreenTreks, a Philadelphia based non-profit communications firm, created some recent shorts focusing on the exciting neighborhood greening programs that are changing the face of the City and improving the quality of our waterways.

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