Maryland Sees Rain Lifts Drought Warnings
Maryland farmers hope for a wet winter and spring after January drought relief. Officials note rainfall improved water supply, lifting statewide drought warnings though concern remains about groundwater and upcoming planting season. Experts contrast 1997 1998 conditions and stress cautious optimism for normal crop futures.
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Shells found on Bethany Beach revive WWII fortifications memory
Unexploded World War II era shells were found on Bethany Beach Delaware prompting safety alerts. Sand had been dredged from offshore shoals where fortifications and dumping grounds existed. DNREC and Army Corps of Engineers plan federal assistance to assess and remove ordnance while warning signs remain.
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Mid-Atlantic states oppose Giuliani trash export plan
Environmental officials from Virginia Maryland New Jersey Pennsylvania and West Virginia sent a letter calling Mayor Giuliani's plan to ship New York City's garbage to other states not only unfortunate but unacceptable citing environmental quality of life and highway safety concerns. Virginia faces the largest share with about 1 700 tons daily from the Bronx and Brooklyn since 1997 and Brooklyn trash since December.
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Maryland lawmakers push victims rights and DUI reform
ANNAPOLIS AP Gov Parris Glendening and Lt Gov Kathleen Townsend will attend a candlelight vigil and back bills to aid victims of domestic violence. Proposals include broader civil protective orders, rapid firearm seizure, and cross state protection. The Senate panel will also hear a DUI bill cutting BAC to .08.
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