Recent Stories
Browse our articles and in-depth feature stories to learn about the latest Bay news.
Wastewater overhaul will cut pollution in West Virginia
January 8, 2013A new treatment plant will improve water quality in the Potomac River.
Read storyChesapeake Bay Foundation report card measures “modest” improvement in Bay health
January 2, 2013The Bay gained one point since 2010, scoring a “D+” on the health index.
Read storyTiming and track curbed Sandy’s impact on Chesapeake Bay
December 31, 2012A University of Maryland assessment shows the hurricane had “ephemeral” impacts on water quality.
Read storyAn uncertain future for Tangier watermen
December 20, 2012Sea-level rise, sinking land and strong storms threaten this disappearing island in the Chesapeake Bay.
Read storyFederal agencies outline planned actions for Chesapeake Bay cleanup
December 19, 2012The work set out for 2013 will restore clean water, recover habitat and sustain fish and wildlife across the watershed.
Read storyFisheries commission limits menhaden harvest
December 17, 2012The controversial decision is meant to protect the critical species from continued overfishing.
Read storyNew strategy to guide forest restoration across watershed
December 12, 2012Targeted tree plantings could improve the environment and our quality of life.
Read storyTributary Tuesday: Tuckahoe Creek (Caroline County, Md.)
December 11, 2012As Tuckahoe Creek narrows, tree branches form a canopy over paddlers.
Read storyGreening your Christmas tree
December 10, 2012From real to fake to “balled and burlapped,” here are four ways to make your Christmas tree green
Read storyWatershed Wednesday: Elements (Washington, D.C.)
December 5, 2012Winter weather won’t stop these after-school educators from getting students outside.
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