Recent Stories
Browse our articles and in-depth feature stories to learn about the latest Bay news.
Patent tonging for oysters on the Patuxent River
January 16, 2014Simon Dean and his crew catch bushels of the native shellfish on board the Roughwater.
Read storyClean Air Act improves water quality in Appalachian rivers
January 10, 2014Cutting power plant emissions has lowered nitrogen pollution in some forested watersheds.
Read storyLetter from Leadership: What can I do for the Chesapeake Bay?
December 31, 2013Homeowners can play a big part in reducing pollution and improving water quality.
Read storyTracking conservation can credit farmers, ensure states meet water quality goals
December 26, 2013Bay Program partners work to streamline the conservation reporting process.
Read storyFossilized oyster shells from Gulf Coast will restore reefs in Maryland waters
December 17, 2013The state has partnered with CSX to transport shell to Baltimore.
Read storyDecoy carvers show Chesapeake Bay birds at Waterfowl Festival
December 16, 2013Hand-carved decoys reflect the cultural heritage of their creators and the landscapes behind the birds.
Read storyChesapeake Executive Council names Maryland governor new chair
December 12, 2013Gov. Martin O’Malley was commended for his restoration work at the 2013 Executive Council meeting.
Read storyGroundwater withdrawal causing land to sink in lower Chesapeake region
December 11, 2013Continued land subsidence could worsen the effects of sea-level rise.
Read storyLoss of coastal wetlands grows larger in United States
December 9, 2013Development and other human activities are placing pressure on this critical habitat.
Read storyBay Barometer: Chesapeake faces challenges from pollution, development
December 3, 2013The Bay Program report offers a snapshot of health and restoration.
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