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More than 200 schoolchildren help complete ambitious project at nature reserve: 'We've turned back the clock'

Over 5,000 trees were planted at Green Farm near Hallow, just north of Worcester, and the results have been incredible.
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New homeowner shares photo of landscaping mistake inherited from previous owner: 'It probably needs to come down, right?'

A homeowner's seemingly healthy red maple has become the center of a landscaping debate after they discovered girdling roots.
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Proud homeowner shares photos of innovative stormwater solution in action: 'Your whole setup is so amazing'

Swales are a powerful tool for eco-friendly yards. By catching rainfall, they reduce flooding, help recharge groundwater, and ...
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Gardener sparks debate after sharing method for dealing with fall leaves: 'Good for some people but really bad for others'

But one gardener on Reddit suggested a clever gardening hack instead in a post titled "free fall fertilizer." It shows their ...
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Trail cameras capture heartwarming footage of massive mama bear and cubs enjoying grassy field: 'It was really cool'

Jmaeff operates an entire network of trail cameras located within a half hour of city centers in the Central and North Okanagan of British Columbia. The ones on the east side of Okanagan Lake behind ...
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Experts issue warning over harmful creatures that hitched rides across ocean: 'It is upsetting'

The anemone, native to northwestern Europe and the coasts of the United States, likely hitched a ride in the ballast water of ships. Over the past 20 years, the anemone has spread rapidly and ...
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New Cadillac models turn heads after impressive performance tests: 'Really starting to deliver'

Edmunds determined that the Cadillac Optiq beat its EPA rating of 302 miles with a range of 339 miles. That's a 12% ...
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Over 14,000 residents apply for lucrative e-bike rebates after officials roll out program — here's how much is up for grabs

For the second year in a row, an e-bike voucher pilot program in Minnesota proved hugely popular with residents.
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Group of homeowners expected to save over $1 million after uniting to buy solar panels in bulk: 'People want stuff like this'

Utility costs, particularly unreasonably high electric bills, are a pressing issue for an Ohio neighborhood — but a ...
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Homeowner shares story of close call after kitchen appliance malfunctions overnight: 'Call the fire department'

A Redditor shared a gas stove's safety horror story, leading to a discussion on replacing gas stoves with safer induction ...
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State officials propose rebate program for middle-class families struggling to pay their utilities: 'This is for people that can't afford the bills'

One Illinois lawmaker is trying to establish an energy rebate program to help residents struggling with high utility bills.
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New study reveals how Pennsylvania schools could easily cut costs by $342 million: 'Can pay dividends for local taxpayers'

A new study by the PennEnvironment Research and Policy Center indicates that schools in two eastern Pennsylvania counties could save over $30.5 million by implementing solar initiatives. Across the ...