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Newport Bay near Berlin, Maryland is getting a $2 million boost from Maryland’s Whole Watershed Fund to restore wetlands and clean up water over five years—part of a statewide push to improve water quality, boost wildlife habitats, and engage local communities. At Croppers Marsh, 114 acres of salt marsh will be revived with new channels, marsh grass, and erosion control to store carbon and enhance ecosystems, led by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Maryland Coastal Bays Program. Meanwhile, Bottle Branch tackles flooding and erosion with homeowners, improving habitats and launching outdoor learning at Buckingham Elementary, while also eyeing land purchases to prevent development and manage rainwater. An additional $250,000 funds watershed monitoring, feeding data into Maryland’s Water Quality Report Card, with University of Maryland researchers analyzing social and economic impacts. All efforts are coordinated by the Newport Bay Partnership, uniting key local and state organizations for a healthier bay for everyone.

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