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  1. Press Center

2019 Press Releases

Explore our archived press releases to learn more about the Chesapeake Bay Program's work.

Press Release Archive

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NFWF announces nearly $13 million in grants from the Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund

October 15, 2019

NFWF announces nearly $13 million in grants from the Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund

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Chesapeake Executive Council reaffirms commitment to restoring Bay

September 5, 2019

Chesapeake Executive Council reaffirms commitment to restoring Bay

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Manokin River chosen for oyster restoration

August 13, 2019

Manokin River chosen for oyster restoration

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Chesapeake Bay Program reports slight decline in underwater grass abundance

July 24, 2019

Chesapeake Bay Program reports slight decline in underwater grass abundance

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2019 Blue Crab Advisory Report released

July 2, 2019

2019 Blue Crab Advisory Report released

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Biennial environmental literacy summit brings together experts, decision-makers

June 27, 2019

Biennial environmental literacy summit brings together experts, decision-makers

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Join communities across the watershed in celebrating Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week

May 30, 2019

Join communities across the watershed in celebrating Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week

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Indicators of Bay health continue to show improvements

April 2, 2019

Indicators of Bay health continue to show improvements

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Chesapeake Bay water quality inches toward a new record

March 26, 2019

Chesapeake Bay water quality inches toward a new record

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