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New Bedford Harbor’s working waterfront faces potential changes under a proposed harbor plan aimed at supporting commercial fishing while expanding tourism and other waterfront uses. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

New Bedford harbor plan looks to balance fishing and tourism

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New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte visits the newly renovated commercial fishing pier on Peirce Island in Portsmouth, N.H. Photo courtesy of the Office of Gov. Kelly Ayotte

Portsmouth unveils $1.24M commercial fishing pier

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NERACOOS is working to put ocean observations into fishermen’s hands, helping improve safety, efficiency, and decision-making on the water. Photo courtesy of Carli Clancy

From buoys to boats: Turning ocean data into tools for fishermen

Carli Clancy

Westport Marina will replace aging docks and add larger slips as part of its broader modernization plan. Photo courtesy of Port of Grays Harbor

Westport Marina lands $6.2M for upgrades

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Port Canaveral advances plans for new commercial fishing facility

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Alaska's seafood industry generates $5.Alaska's seafood industry generates $5.3 billion in value annually, supporting more than 15,000 Alaskans across 120 communities statewide. Shutterstock photo.

Alaska seafood industry valued at $5.3 billion

Margaret Bauman

Fisherman’s Wharf is at the center of debate as the area undergoes a major redevelopment aimed at modernizing the waterfront while preserving its commercial fishing roots. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Fisherman’s Wharf redevelopment raises working waterfront concerns

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Repairs to a damaged section of the commercial dock in Grand Isle are complete nearly five years after Hurricane Ida. Photo courtesy of Grand Isle Port Commission

Hurricane Ida repairs complete at Grand Isle commercial dock

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Jeremy Zirlott, of Bayou la Batre, Alabama, buys from his three boats and two others. He packs his own shrimp and is pushing up his wholesale prices to try to get more money to the boats as fuel prices rise. “I also preach fuel efficiency,” he says. Photo

Fishermen weigh fuel costs against the catch

Paul Molyneaux

From the ashes of the 2024 Ilwaco Landing fire, FishHer Columbia Pacific Community Alliance has grown into a force for safety, training, and community along the West Coast waterfront. Photo courtesy of FishHer

From Ilwaco strong to FishHer

Carli Clancy

The 52-foot-high door in the Belliveau repair shop enables the yard to haul in vessels without having to take down any superstructure, which might turn a quick repair into a lengthier project. Photo courtesy Troy Channing

Strong and seaworthy boats are the pride of Belliveau Shipyard

Paul Molyneaux