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After two attempts, an imposter captain stole F/V Jamie Marie, who was later taken into custody by the Westport Police Department. Photo courtesy of Marine Traffic/ Kyle Stubbs

Fake captain steals $8 million fishing vessel

Carli Stewart

A 26-year veteran of the DMR and the agency's long-time lead lobster biologist, Carl Wilson would replace Commissioner Patrick Keliher following his retirement. Photo by FRITZ FREUDENBERGER/Boothbay Register

Maine nominates new commissioner for Department of Marine Resources

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Shellfish aquaculture is allowed in the state of Alaska, however, finfish farming is prohibited. Photo courtesy of ADF&G

Alaska legislators oppose Governor’s fish farming proposal

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UFA and AFDF hosted a Legislative Reception in Juneau on February 18. Photo courtesy of AFDF

Alaska Symphony of Seafood showcases industry impact

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Mission Bay Marina, San Diego, Cali. was where the 7th annual NWWN Conference was held. Photo by Carli Stewart

The fight to preserve America’s working waterfronts

Carli Stewart

Dungeness crab fishermen in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, started using the Teem Fish electronic monitoring systems in 2010 to encourage accountability in the fleet. Photo by Chelsey Ellis

Blending fishermen’s needs with regulatory requirements

Paul Molyneaux

Net pen aquaculture in deep coastal waters. NOAA photo.

AK governor proposes finfish farming legalization

Erin Spampinato

Students in the DTC Training Program must complete at least 15 hours of collaborative research or advocacy. UNH and the New Hampshire Sea Grant provide many opportunities. Photo by NEYFA

Applications open: NEYFA’s 2025 Deckhand to Captain Training Program

Carli Stewart

NOAA Fisheries Marine Fisheries Advisory Committee meeting 2023. Photo by NOAA

NOAA Fisheries facing budget cuts, restrictions

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The 34’ tuna boat Lea Katherine is the 78th wooden boat being built at John’s Bay Boat in South Bristol, Maine, since Peter Kass opened the shop in 1983. A majority of the boats were fishing boats. Jon Johansen photo.

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Last newbuilds at John’s Bay Boat, but the work carries on

Michael Crowley

Invasive blue catfish are competing for habitat with commercially important Chesapeake Bay species, according to Maryland state officials. NOAA photo.

Maryland programs aim to up harvest of invasive blue catfish

Jonathan Barnes