When it comes to the most eco-friendly industries, shipping and cargo might not usually make the list. But one Maryland port has set itself apart with its green practices. Patch reports that the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore has been named a “Green Supply Chain Partner” by Inbound Logistics magazine. Adding to the list of environmental accomplishments, the […]
Despite the fact that 63% of adults have moved to a new community at least once during their lifetime, it’s a process that can bring about a lot of stress. When moving house becomes a bit too overwhelming, it may be tempting to simply hire the movers and get things over with as quickly as […]
A new study by the University of Maryland School Of Medicine found that inflammation may have a larger role in Diabetes than once thought. News-Medicalreports that inflammation may impact the body’s ability to metabolize glucose, increasing insulin resistance. The study was originally published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry. With 1.4 million Americans diagnosed with Diabetes every year, it […]
Throughout the nation, residents rely on the 16,000 operating municipal wastewater treatment facilities to provide clean water to their homes and businesses. But if you happen to live in Maryland, you might have seen some curious increases reflected in your water distribution and sewer bills this year. From Ocean City to Baltimore, wastewater and water […]
A new report shows that the Worcester County State’s Attorney’s Office was shown to have the highest rates of conviction for all Maryland DUI cases. Of the 214 million licensed drivers in the U.S., thousands will drive drunk on any given day. The Maryland State’s Attorneys’ Association found that 912 cases involving impaired driving were […]
The crab capital of the world might be in trouble, at least according to a new study by the Union of Concerned Scientists. The study claims that Maryland, and Crisfield in particular, will be among the hardest hit as sea levels continue to rise. While the news may come as a surprise to many outside […]
Estate planning is difficult for many Americans. While most experts recommend that anyone 40 or older have a will, the process is often very emotional for people. For those Maryland couples in a domestic relationship, however, things just became a little easier. As of July 1, a new state law has gone into effect, reducing the […]
The University of Maryland expects to exceed their renewable energy goals through the construction of three solar canopies. The Diamondback reports that the university received a $250,000 grant from the Maryland Energy Administration, which was then matched in full by the university. According to The Diamondback UMD planned to generate 2.7 megawatts of solar energy by 2018. They are […]
There’s a reason why the average time people wait for another dental appointment is three years. For many, dental insurance coverage is simply out of reach. Arletha Chapman, for example, is an 86-year-old mother in need of dental work. Her dental insurance had such a small level of coverage that her daughter, Jocelyn, called it […]
Though 41% of the American population either somewhat or strongly prefers a newly-built home over an existing one, the percentage of flipped homes has been rapidly increasing. Across the country, the home flipping market saw an 8% decrease from the previous quarter, and it was down 6% on the year. In Maryland and Washington, D.C., […]
