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Montgomery County’s gas-powered leaf blower ban is now in effect with $500 fines for violations. Battery-powered models are encouraged, with rebate programs for those who trade in gas machines.

If you live in Maryland and have been considering buying and using eco-friendly alternatives to gas-powered leaf blowers, it might be a good time to make the switch. Many local governments in the ...