Tag Archive: local
Want to support small, local business? Here’s a new way to do it
Maryland residents now have the opportunity to invest funds directly in small local Maryland businesses and earn a return. This is important because locally owned businesses are both job engines
Children’s art promotes protecting local waters
Throughout the year, outreach staff at the Department of Environmental Protection participate in a variety of activities such as presentations and festivals. As part of Earth Week activities, Watershed Outreach Planner
Rain gardens beautify local church
Last year, the United Church of Christ of Seneca Valley received a $10,000 RainScapes rebate to design and construct a series of four rain gardens in a swale at the
Takoma Park receives Sustainable Maryland Certified Award
The City of Takoma Park was one of ten Maryland municipalities honored at the Sustainable Maryland Awards Ceremony at the Maryland Municipal League’s annual Fall Conference held in Annapolis on
Support local, support green
As a new resident of Montgomery County, I’ve been excitedly researching all of the sites, shops, and natural areas near my home. Moving can be exhausting, but transitioning services and
County ranks 5th on EPA’s list of local government green power purchasers
The Environmental Protection Agency released its quarterly list of the Top Green Power Partners and Montgomery County is the fifth ranked local government!
When local “Greens” work together, the public wins
For the past year and half, Chesapeake Bay Area Greens have been meeting to figure out how best to coordinate our efforts. These groups include Annapolis Green, Bethesda Green, Green Gaithersburg,
Meet the County critters: Spotted salamanders
What are Salamanders? Salamanders are amphibians like frogs and toads. Amphibians are cold blooded animals that spend at least part of their life in water. Unlike frogs and toads, salamanders
Tips for a Green Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving. It’s a time to reflect on our blessings, enjoy the company of family and friends and stuff ourselves silly. Unfortunately it is often the case that, with our diets,
Farm-to-Table Restaurant Week
From July 22-28, 2013, diners can supports local farms and try foods grown or raised in the region during Farm-to-Table Restaurant Week. Area restaurants will feature dishes, menus and/or drinks made by
