Have you wondered what is causing milkweed leaves in your garden to look diseased? The discoloration on the milkweed in the photo looks like a disease, but is actually caused by ground level ozone (GLO). GLO is a combination of pollutants emitted by cars, power plants, industrial boilers, chemical plants, and refineries.
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Protecting Birds from Pesticides Workshop
On Thursday, April 11th, 2024, Marion Yaglinski gave a presentation to the Audubon Society, Bird Town PA and WeConservePA on how to protect birds from pesticides. Marion co-founded Transition Town […]
What’s a Pollinator to Do?
What’s a pollinator to do when toxic pesticides are used in their living area? That’s a question we are deeply concerned about in Media, PA. We are a Bee City and a Bird Town, so we care very much about biodiversity.
All About Owls
Approximately 80 community members of all ages attended an educational program, All About Owls, at the Media Community Center on Sunday, February 25. The program was a joint effort by […]
Annual Planning 2024 Results!
Can you imagine a town where bike paths crisscross and bridge communities? What if sidewalks and neighborhoods felt more like forests than concrete? Imagine listening and sharing over fire circles, nature hikes, […]
Good News About Climate!
Good news about climate is coming from all over the place lately. We are making progress! A cultural shift is taking place, as many more people and organizations take action, […]