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The Chesapeake Bay's blue crab population has declined by 50 percent between 2010 and 2023. Photo courtesy of Larry Chowning

August 3, 2026

Researchers seek answers to Chesapeake blue crab decline

When they lengthened and sponsoned the Progress in 2019, the owners knew it would need more power to optimize performance and efficiency. In 2024, they replaced a 1200-hp Cat with a 2000-hp Cummins QSK60. Bering North photo.

August 3, 2026

Bering Sea trawler gains new power with Cummins

On August 13, Scallopalooza will take place in New Bedford, Mass., hosted by the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center. Photo courtesy of Phil Mello

July 28, 2026

Scallopalooza shucking contest returns to New Bedford

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August 3, 2026

Fisherman dies after fall from mast in Alaska

Commercial salmon fishing will be prohibited in Cook Inlet as of Aug. 5, 2026. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

August 4, 2026

Salmon fishing to close in Cook Inlet EEZ to protect coho quota

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