Recent Stories
Browse our articles and in-depth feature stories to learn about the latest Bay news.
Chesapeake Bay’s underwater grasses decline in 2012
April 18, 2013A 21 percent loss in underwater grasses in the Bay and its tidal rivers reflects lows last reported in 1986.
Read storyMaryland Public Television celebrates Chesapeake Bay Week
April 15, 2013The annual programming initiative will explore issues facing the watershed.
Read storyMaryland’s oyster population continues to rise
April 12, 2013For the second consecutive year, oyster abundance has increased in Maryland waters.
Read storyHalf of nation’s rivers and streams are in poor health
April 10, 2013Waters across the United States are impaired by nutrient pollution and people's impact on the land.
Read storyLiving shorelines protect habitat and human property
April 8, 2013Headland breakwaters at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science serve practical purposes for wildlife and residents.
Read storyFederal agencies outline progress toward Chesapeake Bay cleanup
March 28, 2013The work completed in 2012 helped to restore land, water and wildlife across the watershed.
Read storyRebuilding oyster reefs in Harris Creek, Maryland
March 19, 2013State and federal partners are working to restore oysters to 20 Chesapeake Bay tributaries by 2025.
Read storyMore wintering waterfowl counted in Maryland in 2013
March 14, 2013Both Canada geese and snow geese were more abundant during the latest Midwinter Waterfowl Survey.
Read storyRestoration partners share progress, reinvigorate work, build relationships
March 13, 2013Stewardship Fund grant recipients came together at an annual forum.
Cabin Branch restoration will heal damage from area development
February 28, 2013Stormwater runoff is a source of pollution for the Maryland waterway.
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