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Maryland's Critical Area: Taking small steps in a slow but steady journey
April 21, 2011It takes a lot of work to protect the critical land that borders the Chesapeake Bay and its streams, rivers and wetlands.
Read storyChesapeake Bay blue crab population at second-highest level since 1997, according to scientists
April 19, 2011The Chesapeake Bay's blue crab population is at its second-highest level since 1997.
Read storyMaryland Forms Task Force to Examine Pollution from Septic Systems
April 18, 2011Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley has signed an executive order to study septic system use in the state.
Read storyYou Can Eat More Striped Bass from Chesapeake Bay, According to Revised Maryland Fish Consumption Ad
April 14, 2011New tests by the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) show lower levels of contaminants in the Chesapeake Bay's striped bass.
Read story21 Earth Day Events around the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
April 12, 201121 Earth Day Events around the Chesapeake Bay Watershed
Read storyWest Virginia to help fund pollution-reducing wastewater treatment upgrades
April 11, 2011West Virginia will invest $6 million annually for 30 years toward wastewater treatment plant upgrades that will reduce nutrient pollution.
Read storyAsk a Scientist: How do heavy spring rainstorms affect the Chesapeake Bay?
April 7, 2011They say April showers bring May flowers. But around the Chesapeake Bay, rainstorms bring a whole lot more.
Read storyPhoto Tour: Decoys and Waterfowl in Havre de Grace
April 6, 2011I have come across quite a few hobbies and crafts in my day that I never knew existed.
Read storyBay Program acting director appointed to advisory council for John Smith Chesapeake Trail
April 4, 2011Chesapeake Bay Program Acting Director has been appointed to the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail Advisory Council.
Read storyFive ways you might be hurting the Chesapeake Bay - without even knowing it
March 31, 2011Many residents of the Chesapeake Bay region know that what they do on land has a direct effect on the Bay's health.
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