Tom Bell

Portland Press Herald

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Published
February 7, 2015

Maine’s scallop fishery rebounding, but there’s a catch

The state’s draggers and divers fight to get top dollar in a market dominated by big commercial operations in New Bedford, Mass.
Published
February 4, 2015

Nova Scotia to subsidize Nova Star ferry for second season

The provincial government’s pledge of $13 million in Canadian dollars assumes Maine will kick in $5 million.
Published
February 2, 2015

Nova Scotia not ready to abandon passenger ferry to Maine

With some strings attached, the Canadian maritime province is expected to keep subsidizing the Nova Star.
Published
January 29, 2015

Nova Scotia to announce plans for Nova Star ferry

Political leaders schedule a news conference about the future of the Nova Scotia-to-Portland service.
Published
January 28, 2015

Eimskip moves to bring  more cargo ships to Portland

Within five years, the Icelandic shipping company aims to offer weekly service, which it says customers expect.
Published
January 26, 2015

For Maine’s winter recreation industry, blizzard warning means ‘white gold’ on way

At a critical time in the season, the storm promises to cover ski and snowmobile trails and get winter sports lovers excited about heading north to play.
Published
January 19, 2015

Nova Scotia pitches in for off-season ferry expense

The provincial government has provided an additional $2 million to cover winter expenses of the Nova Star.
Published
January 15, 2015

Nova Star ferry to winter in South Carolina

So far, no winter work has been found for the vessel, but the company hasn’t ruled out the possibility.
Published
January 14, 2015

Maine aquaculture industry is snagging investors

As the industry’s national leader in terms of sales, it also is hosting the Northeast Aquaculture Conference & Exposition.
Published
January 13, 2015

Nova Star pays Portland its late rental fees for Ocean Gateway terminal

The ferry company owed the city rent for November and December.