News from the Shores of the Chesapeake Bay
BALTIMORE, MD: With March Madness right around the corner, the Maryland Attorney General’s Office is cautioning Marylanders to be vigilant and wary of scams and aggressive marketing meant to persuade bettors to make bigger and riskier bets. This alert was issued to all consumers who have subscribed to receive consumer information from our office. Consumers […]
Continue ReadingThis Spring, the University of Maryland Extension will hire the second Cohort for ‘Creating Leadership and Professional Development Through Extension Internships,’ Summer 2024. The University of Maryland Extension received a grant on April 15th, 2021. The grant was endowed by the United States Department of Agriculture and sponsored by the National Institute of Food and […]
Continue ReadingBALTIMORE, MD : The Maryland Department of Commerce’s Office of Tourism has published its 2024 edition of Destination Maryland Magazine, helping travelers discover the state’s many attractions, scenic byways, outdoor recreational opportunities, and more. “Maryland leads the way as one of America’s most diverse and welcoming destinations, creating authentic experiences for visitors to enjoy while […]
Continue ReadingComment period includes migratory game bird season proposal for the coming season The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is accepting public comment on proposed changes to the 2024-2026 hunting and trapping seasons as well as the proposed 2024-2025 Migratory Game Bird Seasons and Bag Limits. “We have been working diligently to develop these proposals with our staff […]
Continue ReadingPIKESVILLE, MD: While the Baltimore Ravens may have come up short in their pursuit of a championship, the Maryland State Police know that there will still be plenty of people hosting and attending Super Bowl parties this Sunday. Troopers are reminding motorists to enjoy the game, and avoid aggressive, distracted or impaired driving, when going […]
Continue ReadingFormer NFL player founds non-profit advocating for affordable, reliable energy to reduce poverty in marginalized communities across U.S. ANNAPOLIS: The Energy and Poverty Awareness Center (EnPAC), a non-profit dedicated to advancing reliable and affordable energy policies to help reduce poverty in minority communities, launched on January 25, 2024 at the Annapolis Waterfront Hotel in Annapolis, […]
Continue ReadingAnnual contest taking submissions until March 1, 2024 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Forest Conservancy District Boards invite all Maryland fifth graders in private and public schools to participate in the annual Arbor Day Poster Contest. The theme for 2024 is: “Trees Are Terrific…in All Shapes and Sizes!” to celebrate the importance of […]
Continue ReadingDuring National Radon Action Month in January, the American Lung Association urges everyone to test their home for radon Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that it is detected at high levels in about 21% of homes in Maryland. During January for National Radon […]
Continue ReadingNew standards will strengthen pollution controls for medium-and-heavy-duty vehicles ANNAPOLIS, MD Maryland has become the latest state to exercise its authority to better protect public health against transportation pollution. The Maryland Department of the Environment has approved the Advanced Clean Trucks rules to reduce emissions from new medium-and-heavy-duty trucks sold in Maryland. These rules complement […]
Continue ReadingA Coalition of 20 Attorneys General Submitted Letters to Federal Agencies Raising Concerns about National Bank’s Refusals to Cooperate with State-Level Investigations BALTIMORE, MD Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 20 Attorneys General in submitting letters to the federal Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) and Consumer Financial Protection […]
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