Residents back cleanup but push to limit airport, seaplane port and large UAS at Piney Point redevelopment Neighbors said removing storage tanks at Piney Point is welcome but opposed airport/seaplane operations and large drone or subsea testing proposed by OAG, and asked for transparent environmental testing and strict limits on aircraft and UAS operations.

Residents of St. Mary's County are rallying for strict environmental oversight and against the proposed airport and large drone operations near their homes, emphasizing safety and transparency.

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Residents Express Concerns Over Proposed 163-Home Development in Rural Area Community members raise traffic, stormwater, and wildlife habitat concerns during development meeting.

Residents are rallying against a proposed 163-home development on a cherished tree farm, fearing for local wildlife and community safety.

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St. Mary's County Receives $25000 Grant for Critical Area Program Review Commissioners authorize acceptance of grant to align local regulations with state criteria.

St. Mary's County just secured a $25,000 grant to revamp its critical area program—what changes could this mean for local property owners?

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Developers outline road and environmental plans for Saint Andrews project Plans preserve pond elevation and improve access while ensuring environmental protection.

St. Mary's County is set to balance development and environmental protection with ambitious new infrastructure plans that prioritize the preservation of a crucial pond.

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Maryland developers outline plans for 717-unit residential community near Great Mills Lake Developers propose 717 homes while preserving 56% of land for environmental features.

A groundbreaking development near Great Mills Lake promises 717 new homes while preserving over half of the land for nature and community needs.

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La Plata residents propose sand filters for new home drainage system Homeowners suggest sand filters to improve water quality and prevent soil erosion.

St. Mary's County residents are proposing innovative sand filters to tackle stormwater issues and protect their erodible soils from further erosion.

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Residents urge Saint Mary's County to ban hydraulic fracturing amid tourism and property concerns Residents urge ban on hydraulic fracturing in St. Mary's County to protect tourism and property rights.

Residents of St. Mary's County are raising alarm bells over hydraulic fracturing, fearing it could devastate their cherished tourism and property values.

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Saint Mary's County residents demand permanent fracking ban to protect water and health Residents urge commissioners to enact permanent fracking ban to protect health and environment.

Residents of St. Mary's County are uniting to demand a permanent ban on fracking, fearing its devastating impact on their water supply and health.

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Maryland counties brace for EPA's new Chesapeake Bay nutrient reduction targets County governments brace for federal EPA mandates on Chesapeake Bay nutrient reduction targets.

Maryland counties are facing a critical crossroads as they prepare for new EPA mandates that could reshape the future of the Chesapeake Bay's health.

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Local leader confronts Navy over tree removal and community concerns in Essex South Residents express frustration over tree removal and seek cleanup assistance from the Navy.

Residents of Essex South are fuming over tree removals that have left their community looking unkempt, as local leaders confront the Navy for cleanup assistance.

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Saint Mary's County Commissioners Approve Controversial Nitrogen Removal System Amid Taxpayer Concerns Commissioners reluctantly approve costly nitrogen removal system to avoid severe penalties for citizens.

A divided St. Mary's County Commission faces a tough choice: approve a costly nitrogen removal system to dodge heavy fines or risk ecological disaster.

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