Backyard Blooms and Bigger Changes | Philadelphia News

A Merion Station couple turned their backyard into a buzzing pollinator paradise—complete with hydrangeas, lavender, and a kitchen garden—calling it like adding extra rooms to their home. Meanwhile, a local author’s new book dives into alternative living styles, while more folks ditch cars for walking or transit. School district turmoil includes a board member stepping down amid embezzlement charges and seven families suing over tech policies. Harriton High suspended its football team due to low numbers, and some elementary schools fall short of measles herd immunity thresholds. Plus: a SEPTA bus stop relocated, trash pickup changes for Labor Day, and tomorrow’s your last shot to join a 40-mile bike tour. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/24858e4fa95d6f54