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2023 Forecast: Burdensome regulations spur gloomy outlook among lobstermen
Laurie Schreiber Updated: January 9, 2023A six-year delay of new federal rules could give the lobster industry time to pursue legal and legislative avenues to assure the long-term future of the fishery. The legal battle is underway.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: January 9, 2023
Bar Harbor eyes unused parts of ferry terminal for redevelopment
Laurie Schreiber Updated: January 3, 2023GEI Consultants is expected to provide a summary of stakeholder input by the end of February, along with a draft concept plan for demolishing some deteriorating facilities and building a new boat ramp
Laurie Schreiber Updated: January 3, 2023
From shells to spuds: UMaine using lobster by-product to fight potato pathogens
Laurie Schreiber December 27, 2022The Presque Isle project uses shell that otherwise enters the waste stream, and could be a win-win for both the lobster industry and potato farmers.
Laurie Schreiber December 27, 2022
Hailed as 'good news for the lobster industry,' Congress approves six-year delay on whale regulations
Laurie Schreiber December 27, 2022The bill includes money to study new lobster gear technology to potentially remove vertical lines from the water column.
Laurie Schreiber December 27, 2022Rural Maine businesses granted $514K for climate-smart energy upgrades
Ann Fisher Updated: December 23, 2022The majority of grant money will be used to install solar systems that will offset greenhouse gas emissions in rural Maine towns.
Ann Fisher Updated: December 23, 2022
Holly-jolly vibes: Slugger's stardom and other uplifting news in 2022
Renee Cordes Updated: December 23, 2022Maine recaps 10 pieces of good news in 2022, ranging from the return of the TD Beach to Beacon 10K to a Portland dining spot making the cut for Esquire magazine's list of best new restaurants.
Renee Cordes Updated: December 23, 2022
Congress expected to vote on federal lobster rule 'pause' this week
Laurie Schreiber December 21, 2022Recent data show the whales are moving away from Maine lobster fishing areas. The lobster industry “was sentenced to economic death based on no evidence,” said U.S. Sen. Angus King, I-Maine.
Laurie Schreiber December 21, 2022
Lifeline for Maine lobstermen included in federal bill
Ann Fisher December 20, 2022A provision in the appropriations bill expected to pass the House and Senate this week says current rules about right whales are enough to ensure the continued operation of the lobster and Jonah crab fisheries through Dec. 31, 2028.
Ann Fisher December 20, 2022
A Harpswell guide provides insight into a working waterfront
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 19, 2022Coastal gentrification has intensified with more out-of-state homebuyers. A new guide, “Scuttlebutt: How to Live and Work in a Waterfront Community,'' shares information about the working waterfront and commercial fishing.
Laurie Schreiber Updated: December 19, 2022
UMaine leads $3M study on how warming Arctic affects lobster
Laurie Schreiber December 13, 2022Maine’s lobster industry netted $725 million in 2021. The study could help fishermen and other stakeholders anticipate ocean changes that influence lobster distribution and abundance.
Laurie Schreiber December 13, 2022
Swimming with the big fish: Jonesport aquaculture facility gets final approval
Laurie Schreiber December 5, 2022It’s expected that Kingfish Maine will be the nation's largest producer of yellowtail kingfish. Site work is expected to begin in 2023.
Laurie Schreiber December 5, 2022
A year after Yarmouth boatyard deal, new owner explores upgrades
Laurie Schreiber December 2, 2022On a 12-acre parcel on the Cousins River, Sea Meadow Marine envisions a business incubator and marine hub for fisheries and sustainable aquaculture alongside marina services, heritage boat builders and recreational boaters. Services such as water
Laurie Schreiber December 2, 2022
Industry decries Whole Foods suspension of lobster sales
Laurie Schreiber November 23, 2022The impending suspension of sustainability certification is based on flaws with a regulatory plan issued by a federal agency, industry leaders said.
Laurie Schreiber November 23, 2022
Bar Harbor Bank hires former retailer, lobsterman as relationship manager
Alexis Wells November 18, 2022Cody Farrell will lead a team of banking professionals to provide solutions and guidance to help individuals, families, and businesses on Mount Desert Island meet their financial goals.
Alexis Wells November 18, 2022
Lobstermen: Loss of sustainability label will impact sales
Laurie Schreiber November 17, 2022The Marine Stewardship Council plans to take action to suspend the sustainable certification Dec. 15. Certification is required by some large seafood buyers, so the suspension could affect lobstermen’s ability to sell their catch.
Laurie Schreiber November 17, 2022
Get Maine Lobster’s new marketing campaign taps NFT market
Laurie Schreiber November 16, 2022Working with a Miami company, the Portland online seafood retailer created a digital membership collection, called “Lobster Perks+,” which debuted this month.
Laurie Schreiber November 16, 2022
Today's Poll
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For many, Thanksgiving means gathering with family and friends. It can also mean travel headaches.
AAA predicts a record 81.8 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Tuesday, Nov. 25, and Monday, Dec. 1.
Of those travelers, 73 million will go by car — up 1.3 million from a year ago.
With the federal shutdown resolved, air travel is expected to be back at normal levels — although, in this case, it will mean normal Thanksgiving levels. AAA predicts that 6 million people will travel by air, a 2% increase. (Last year, Portland International Jetport broke its Thanksgiving travel record, with 64,348 travelers, up from 54,636 in 2023.)
Another 2.5 million people will travel by bus, train or cruise ship.
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