Tom Bell

Portland Press Herald

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Published
November 24, 2014

Critics call for Downeaster board member to step down

Amid the heated debate over a planned layover facility in Brunswick, some say Robert McEvoy has a conflict of interest and should resign.
Published
November 19, 2014

Lobstermen steer clear of measures to save cod in Gulf of Maine

Regulators vote to close fishing grounds to protect cod for the season that begins May 1, but lobstermen will be allowed to set traps in those areas.
Published
November 17, 2014

To save cod, regulators weigh limits on lobstering

A fishery council may ban lobster gear in some federal waters to reduce the number of cod caught in traps.
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November 16, 2014

Portland gathers views of restaurant owners on changes to outdoor seating rules

Officials look for a balance between nurturing the food scene and leaving adequate space for pedestrian safety.
Published
November 14, 2014

Nova Star ferry to stay in Canada while winter route is decided

In a last-minute change, the ferry service ditches its plan to move the ship to Florida for the season.
Published
November 14, 2014

Nova Star ferry to stay in Canada while winter route is decided

In a last-minute change, the ferry service ditches its plan to move the ship to Florida for the season.
Published
November 13, 2014

Nova Star heading south for winter

Florida’s sunshine will lower operating costs while Nova Star Cruises executives try to finalize an offseason route.
Published
November 12, 2014

Fishermen say new restrictions unfairly overlook cod caught in lobster traps

They complain that lobstermen are unaffected by the Gulf of Maine cutbacks and say the incidental catch harms efforts to rebuild the cod fishery.
Published
November 11, 2014

Hundreds honor young victims of Portland fire

They gather for a nighttime prayer vigil in a park just a block from the site of the Nov. 1 blaze.
Published
November 11, 2014

A Vigil of Lights honors young victims of Portland fire

Families, friends, neighborhood residents and at least a dozen firefighters gather to mourn the six victims of the Nov. 1 blaze.