Green Ideas
Making sure rain doesn’t turn into a pain
April 25, 2011April showers might bring May flowers, but they can also bring homeowners big headaches: flooded basements, damaged HVAC and electrical equipment, and problems with mold. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to eliminate or reduce the risk of water damage to your home. Examine basement walls for cracks or obvious signs of leaks….
Spring Cleaning? How about your medicine cabinet?
April 14, 2011If you have unused, unwanted and expired medications, you can safely dispose of them at the Emmaus Police Department, 400 Jubilee Street in Emmaus on Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. PLEASE NOTE: Sharpies and syringes will not be accepted. All participants must retain possession of their own medication during the surrender…
Earth Day activites in Emmaus
April 12, 2011Saturday, April 16, is Earth Day in Emmaus! The Emmaus and Upper Milford joint Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) have organized a day of activities including a little clean-up program and an e-waste recycling program. Stop by from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Emmaus Community Park to participate in this fun, earth-friendly day! Learn…
DEP names watersheds as Critical Water Planning Areas
January 7, 2011Three watersheds across the Commonwealth received the designation of “Critical Water Planning Area” today, including the Hill Creek and Back Creek in the Ohio Basin, and the combined Marsh Creek and Rock Creek watersheds in the Potomac Basin. While the Little Lehigh Creek was not given this designation today, DEP and local leaders agree that…
Time to clean house! Disposal events this fall . . .
August 20, 2010Are you storing “stuff” in your garage, attic, shed, porch, etc. that you don’t know how to get rid of? Many of us would like to take care of our environment but just don’t know how to get rid of household items and hazardous wastes such as used motor oil, old pesticide, batteries, air conditioners,…