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PublishedJune 21, 2022
Cambodian fisherman catches world’s largest recorded freshwater fish
The stingray measured almost 13 feet from snout to tail and weighed slightly under 660 pounds.
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PublishedMay 28, 2022
Price of marine fuel soars as Mainers head into prime boating season
The record cost of fuel is particularly problematic for lobstermen and fishermen, who face increased costs at a time when wholesale seafood prices are flat.
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PublishedApril 24, 2022
Maine Voices: Let’s seize opportunity to boost the health of our state’s rivers
With incoming infrastructure funding, Maine should prioritize dam removals over dam repairs and technical fishways.
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PublishedMarch 27, 2022
New research raises concerns about PFAS chemicals in Maine fish
Maine is considering stricter standards that could trigger consumption advisories for PFAS in some of the state's freshwater fish, while scientists continue to gather data on potential health impacts of the chemicals in shellfish.
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PublishedFebruary 16, 2022
Death toll rises to 9 in fishing disaster off Newfoundland
Teams searched about 900 nautical square miles around the site, but high winds and over 30-foot seas impeded the effort amid dwindling hopes of finding any of the 12 missing sailors.
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PublishedOctober 27, 2021
Kennebec River in Waterville, Winslow quietly becomes destination spot for anglers, nature lovers
The river, once known for its foul water, has transformed to become a recreational gem just a stone's throw from downtown Waterville, Maine guides and others say.
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PublishedSeptember 9, 2021
South Belfast Avenue opens to one-lane traffic during Augusta fishing facility construction
Road expected to be down to one lane for the next two to three weeks, according to state officials.
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PublishedJune 3, 2021
Commentary: Land for Maine’s Future bills are flawed but can be fixed
Allowing hunting, fishing and trapping on conserved land should be decided at the local level, not as part of the bonding process.
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PublishedApril 5, 2021
Pandemic has fueled a surge in fishing, including newbies to the sport
Maine fishing guides and officials across New England report there was greater interest in fishing in 2020, and some anticipate it will remain that way this year.
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PublishedFebruary 21, 2021
Fishing derby in Canaan kicks off weeklong Somerset SnowFest
SnowFest includes a series of activities, including the only equestrian skijoring race in the Northeast which involves a horse and rider pulling a snowboarder or an Alpine skier down a 1,000-foot track of gates and jumps.
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