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Dec 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

How Dirty Water Fuels Algae Blooms: The Hidden Role of Mud and Nitrogen

Coastal areas often face pollution from too much nitrogen and organic matter. This can change how phosphorus moves around in the water. Phosphorus is a key nutrient that can cause algae blooms. Scientists wanted to see how this works in coastal areas, where conditions can change quickly. They did a

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Dec 19 2025WEATHER

Central Pennsylvania Braces for Stormy Weather

Central Pennsylvania is in for a wild weather ride. A big storm is coming, bringing lots of rain and very strong winds. The National Weather Service has warned everyone to be ready for high winds. First, rain will start falling tonight and will keep going all night. Most places will get about half

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

A New Road Plan for Central Florida: What You Need to Know

Central Florida is planning a new road called the Southport Connector. This road will link Poinciana Parkway to Florida’s Turnpike and Canoe Creek Road. It will run along Cypress Parkway, curve around Lake Russell, and pass by Lake Tohopekaliga. Some people who live nearby are not happy about this

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Dec 04 2025WEATHER

Snowy Surprises: Central New York Braces for Winter's Wrath

Central New York is gearing up for another round of winter weather. A winter weather advisory is in place for several counties, including Onondaga, Madison, Oswego, Jefferson, and Lewis. The main culprit? Lake effect snow, which is expected to make its presence felt on Thursday. The National Weathe

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Nov 25 2025EDUCATION

Big Changes Coming to Central Michigan University's Medical School

Central Michigan University is making a big move. They are planning to bring all their medical students to Saginaw. This is a huge deal. Right now, students are split between Mount Pleasant and Saginaw. But soon, everyone will be in one place. The university got two big donations. Each was $40 mill

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Nov 25 2025WEATHER

Thanksgiving Travel Trouble: Snowy Surprises Ahead for Central NY

Central New York is bracing for a snowy Thanksgiving. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for the region, including Syracuse. This watch covers the busy travel days leading up to and following Thanksgiving Day. Expect heavy snowfall. More than 7 inches could pile up in cert

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Nov 17 2025WEATHER

Windy Sunday and Snowy Monday in Central Pennsylvania

Central Pennsylvania is in for a windy Sunday and a snowy Monday. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Warren, Elk, and McKean counties. This watch is in effect from 10 a. m. Sunday through Monday afternoon. Strong winds and lake effect snow will create dangerous travel c

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Nov 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Golden Kelp's Fight Against Pollution: A Tale of Two Populations

Coastal areas often bear the brunt of human activities, with pollutants seeping into the water and settling into the sediments. Among the creatures affected are golden kelp, E. radiata, which can't just up and leave when things get tough. They have to toughen up or adapt to survive. Scientists want

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Nov 02 2025WEATHER

Fall Weather in Central Pennsylvania: What to Expect This Week

Central Pennsylvania is in for a mix of weather this week. The start of the week will be pretty typical for fall. Expect partly sunny skies today with temperatures hovering in the mid-50s to low 60s. The region is currently sandwiched between two weather systems, one near the Great Lakes and another

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Oct 20 2025WEATHER

Central Pennsylvania Braces for Windy Weather

Central Pennsylvania is in for a rough ride today. A strong cold front is on its way, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The National Weather Service says to expect wind speeds of up to 60 mph and rain showers starting late afternoon and lasting until early evening. The storm is moving in from t

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