By: Danielle Smith A proposed pumped-storage hydroelectric facility for Cuffs Run near the Susquehanna River in York County has been challenged by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. The foundation filed a motion to intervene in the proceedings with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, which is considering granting a preliminary permit to build a 1.8-mile-long dam for the project. […]
As Commissioners, we take seriously our role to protect Chester County’s natural resources and to try to ensure the health, safety and welfare of you, our residents, our businesses and the environment. The two major Mariner East 2 (ME2) pipeline construction events that occurred this past week – including the incident resulting in the release […]
Members of our community are encouraged to participate in helping us to clean up roads across Lancaster County and Chester County, PA. Our fist clean up is in Gap, PA along the Lincoln Highway. WLRI will start at the Gap Bypass (U.S. 30 @ PA 41) and work east to the Chester County line (Swan […]
Harrisburg, PA – As Pennsylvanians prepare to spend more time outdoors, Department of Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine shares important tips to keep families safe in extreme heat this summer. “We want to make sure Pennsylvania residents enjoy these warmer months but also stay safe,” Dr. Levine said. “It’s important to protect yourself from harmful ultraviolet […]