ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, July 2 -- The Maryland Department of Natural Resources issued the following news: * * * Board of Public Works Approves $1.18 Million for Sports Fields, Recreational Courts, and Playgrounds in Six Maryland Counties Funding approved for DNR's Program Open Space, Local Parks and Playgrounds Infrastructure, and Community Parks and Playgrounds programs - The Department of Natural Resources helps Maryland communities access funds for playgrounds, sports facilities, parks, and other outdoor access points. Maryland DNR photo.  more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, July 2 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats posted the following news release: * * * Pa. House passes Sunshine Act 24-hour notice bill * HARRISBURG, July 2 - The state House of Representatives on Wednesday passed legislation sponsored by Rep. Robert Freeman that would clarify the exceptions to the 24-hour rule for meeting agendas under the Sunshine Act, in response to a November decision by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. "My legislation would strengthen transparency at public meetings by ensuring residents have s more PR

HARTFORD, Connecticut, July 2 (TNSxrep) -- The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection issued the following news release on July 1, 2026: * * * New Study Highlights Benefits of Nature-Based Solutions in DEEP Funding Programs, Further Opportunities Program Evaluation issued by DEEP on Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) Highlights How State Programs Integrate Practices Utilizing Nature to Combat Climate Change, Slow Biodiversity Loss, and Restore Ecosystem Resilience - The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Pr more PR