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Maine, News, Outdoors

Lawsuit challenging fishing regulations will go to Maine’s highest court

by Megan Gray April 16, 2026April 16, 2026

The state designates roughly 225 of its 6,000 inland waters for fly-fishing only, according to court documents.

Community, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News

Hillside Fishing Derby raises $6,200 for Spruce Mountain Ski Slope

by Rebecca Richard April 6, 2026April 10, 2026

Proceeds from the Feb. 28 derby at Long Pond in Livermore were presented April 2 to support Spruce Mountain Ski Slope in Jay.

Business, Food, News

How high gas prices are rippling through Maine’s economy

by Penelope Overton April 3, 2026April 3, 2026

Farmers, fishermen and forest product companies call diesel the lifeblood of the state’s working lands and waterfronts.

Business, Maine, News

Maine’s lobster haul hits 17-year low

by Penelope Overton March 6, 2026March 6, 2026

The state’s fleet is grappling with a post-boom normal defined by fewer trips and narrower margins, while recent scientific surveys offer a sliver of hope.

New England, News

Coast Guard searching for Massachusetts fishing crew after distress call leads to discovery of body, debris

by Michael Casey Associated Press January 30, 2026January 30, 2026

It is unclear how many people were on board the Lily Jean, a 72-foot vessel once featured in a documentary on the dangers of deep-sea fishing.

Maine, New England, News

New England’s shrimp fishery to shut down for the long haul after years of decline

by Patrick Whittle Associated Press December 11, 2025December 11, 2025

Fishing regulators are extending a shutdown for New England’s historic shrimp fishing business, effectively shuttering an industry that fell victim to warming oceans.