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fisheries

Published
September 9, 2021

Conservation groups file lawsuit against owner of central Maine dams, citing violation of Endangered Species Act

The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court by the Atlantic Salmon Federation and other conservation groups, alleges Brookfield Renewable Partners are harming and killing endangered Atlantic salmon and other sea-run fish at four dams on the Kennebec River.
Published
August 30, 2021

Maine scallop fishermen to have same limits in upcoming season

The marine resources department said there would be restricted and closed areas along the coast, as happens every year, to help scallops grow.
Published
August 25, 2021

Federal rules to protect right whales from gear may extend to other fisheries

A new phase of rules could include fisheries that use gillnets and those that use traps and pots.
Published
August 16, 2021

Tech firm born in Maine uses AI to monitor commercial fishing

New England Marine Monitoring’s new technology could drastically reduce a tedious component of fisheries management and help make the industry safer.
Published
July 4, 2021

Can you eat Maine bluefin tuna with a clear conscience?

It's complicated, but here's a hint to tuna lovers: the news is good.

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Published
June 28, 2021

Coast Guard helicopter rescues 3 commercial fishermen off New York

Crews responded by cutter and helicopter, and arrived at the scene to find the men in a life raft, having abandoned their boat.
Published
June 22, 2021

Atlantic salmon advocates angry about fish they say were injured during Waterville dam repair

Dam owner Brookfield Renewable Partners said in a statement that the company is disappointed by such claims from groups that want dams removed in lower Kennebec River communities.
Published
May 13, 2021

Our View: In Maine, worldwide, small fish could be the future for seafood

A researcher’s recognition indicates that anchovies and sardines have more to offer in the fight against world hunger.
Published
March 31, 2021

Maine seafood industry set to receive new $17 million federal bailout

The state will receive about $17.1 million out of $255 million in federal funding included in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021.
Published
December 1, 2020

Commentary: Trump administration finally gets one right, rejects Alaska mine permit

The public good outweighs corporate desires in this decision, though it bears the weight of Donald Trump Jr.’s thumb.