The marine fisheries commission, citing overfishing, had been tightening size and possession rules for recreational fishing of summer flounder up and down the coast.
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Maine delegation wants permits forfeited by ‘The Codfather’ redistributed
Fishing permits held by Carlos Rafael of New Bedford should go to fishermen throughout the Northeast who suffered from his crimes, the delegation says.
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Food scientists float an idea to use Maine’s invasive green crabs: Make pastries
Taste testers responded favorably to the savory crab empanadas.
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Federal proposal would help train young U.S. fishermen
U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-1st District, is among the co-sponsors of the bill to provide training programs as the average age of fishermen climbs.
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Fishing group wants people to eat more dogfish, skates
The Massachusetts group is working with 20 restaurants on Cape Cod.
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Maine’s elver fishermen close to the season’s quota
The baby eels are selling for $1,300 a pound.
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Red tide prompts state to close many clam flats
The harvesting ban extends from Old Orchard Beach to Harpswell.
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What did your lobster eat before you ate your lobster? And why should you care?
With herring bait in short supply, scientists and regulators consider the lobster’s diet
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Maine’s elver harvest nearing yearly quota
State records show that fishermen have harvested more than 85 percent of the 9,600 pounds allowed this year.
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New rules aim to boost herring supply prized as lobster bait
Quotas and limiting fishing to certain days are among restrictions designed to help Maine and neighboring states maximize opportunities for small-boat fishing fleets.