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New Restrictions Imposed on Maryland Power Plants

New Restrictions Imposed on Maryland Power Plants

Dickerson, MD (KK) – The Maryland Department of the Environment is imposing stricter limits on power plants when it comes to the materials they discharge. This includes the Dickerson plant in Montgomery County. Pollutants like arsenic and mercury have been found in waterways surrounding power plants. Phillip Musegaas with the Potomac Riverkeeper Network praised state…read more »

New Ramp To Monocacy Boulevard From Route 15 is Open

New Ramp To Monocacy Boulevard From Route 15 is Open

Left turn lane from Route15 NB to Hayward Road closes permanently.     Frederick- RD – On Thursday, August 16, the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) will open the ramp from north-bound US 15 to Monocacy Boulevard as part of the US 15/Monocacy Boulevard Interchange project in northern Frederick City.. This ramp opening will enable…read more »