The Maryland State Police urge all motorists to prioritize safety during Labor Day weekend and to avoid impaired, distracted, and aggressive driving to protect yourself…
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Governor Moore Announces Completion of Maryland’s Five Tributary-Scale Oyster Restoration Sanctuaries
By The Citizen on August 28, 2025
Governor Wes Moore announced that Maryland will formally meet its commitment to restore five oyster tributaries in the Chesapeake Bay by completing oyster restoration in…
Governor Moore Announces Tax-Related Incentives to Spur Economic Development Through Arts and Entertainment
By The Citizen on August 27, 2025
Governor Wes Moore announced the redesignation of Berlin, Chestertown, Denton, and Grantsville as Arts and Entertainment Districts, allowing for the continuation of tax incentives that…
Maryland Department of Natural Resources Proposes Opening State Trails to E-Bikes, Accepting Public Comment Through Sept. 22
By The Citizen on August 26, 2025
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is considering new regulations that will allow everyone to use pedal-assist electric bicycles on state bike trails, increasing accessibility…
Maryland Begins Migratory Game Bird Hunting Seasons for 2025-2026
By The Citizen on August 26, 2025
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced the state’s 2025-2026 migratory game bird hunting seasons, the first of which begin Sept. 1. Bag limits, season dates,…
Hospice of the Chesapeake Community Open House on September 9th, 2025
By The Citizen on August 22, 2025
Hospice of the Chesapeake invites the community to a Community Open House, 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Sept. 9, on the John & Cathy Belcher…
Chesapeake Bay Monitoring Shows Hypoxia Volumes Remained Above Average in July
By The Citizen on August 18, 2025
Data collected by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Old Dominion University show an above average volume of hypoxia—waters with less than 2 mg/l…
Hurricane Erin (2025) – Summary, Forecast and Key Messages:
By The Citizen on August 18, 2025
Hurricane Erin (2025) – Summary & Forecast: Current Status & Forecast Evolution Rapid Intensification: Hurricane Erin began as Tropical Storm Erin on August 11, strengthened…
Is That Stream Healthy? Here’s How DNR Trains People to Survey Streams By Examining Wildlife and Habitats
By The Citizen on August 16, 2025
In some ways, the Maryland Biological Stream Survey Summer Training resembles other education programs. Participants sit through presentations and take tests. But some of those…
How Too Many Deer Are Harming Maryland’s Forests
By The Citizen on August 14, 2025
Maryland is home to a diversity of native wildlife and plant species, and the balance between the two can sometimes be difficult to manage. Like…
Founder of Mid-Atlantic Severe Weather Alert Facebook Page Suddenly Passes At Age 50
By The Citizen on August 12, 2025
John Kelly, the founder and administrator of the popular Mid-Atlantic Severe Weather Alert Facebook page, suddenly passed away on August 5, 2025, at the age…
Maryland Reports Slight Loss in Underwater Grass Abundance in Chesapeake Bay for 2024
By The Citizen on August 7, 2025
Underwater grass abundance in Maryland’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay – a key indicator of water quality – fell from 38,188 acres in 2023 to…
Maryland Casinos Generate $165.7 Million in Gaming Revenue During July
By The Citizen on August 7, 2025
Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $165,661,894 in revenue from slot machines and table games during July 2025. The statewide total was down $4,159,416 (-2.5%)…
Maryland State Police Ready for National Night Out 2025
By The Citizen on August 4, 2025
The Maryland State Police is excited to join communities across the state for National Night Out 2025. Since 1984, National Night Out has brought neighbors…
Chasing a Slippery Predator: 8 Places to Target Maryland’s Chesapeake Channa
By The Citizen on August 1, 2025
The Chesapeake Channa, or snakehead, has developed a dedicated following in the sportfishing community–even though they’ve been an unwelcome addition to Maryland waterways. These invasive…