That’s an increase from the 22 days a year the bay now sees long periods of unusually high water temperatures. Specifically, the study focuses on estuaries — areas where freshwater meets salt water, ...

Striped bass populations in the lower Chesapeake Bay are not doing well, marking the second year in a row for below-average ...

Oyster populations in the Chesapeake Bay are faring well ... Consequently, MSX mostly retreated back to the lower Bay. In the 2024 survey, both indexes of Dermo – prevalence and intensity ...

Celebrate all things oysters during Chesapeake Oyster Week, taking place from March 21-31, 2025. Learn more about the popular ...

Expect plenty of sun today with afternoon temperatures reaching near 60°. Highs climb into the lower 80s Saturday.

Observers worry the EPA's Chesapeake Bay Program could fall into the ... Driving through Pennsylvania farmland, Ted Evgeniadis, the Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper, said he can see the difference.

Specifically, the study focuses on estuaries — areas where freshwater meets salt water, such as the lower Chesapeake Bay. Researchers looked at estuaries across the U.S. to analyze trends in ...

Seafood enthusiasts can support Chesapeake Bay-friendly businesses participating ... BoatBooker.com Olivia Minzola covers communities on the Lower Shore. Contact her with tips and story ideas ...