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Lobstermen voice concerns about herring limit's impact on bait supply

Read coverage by The Herald Gazette of the concern lobstermen have about bait supply. more

 

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The Island Scholars Mentor Program

Since September of 2008, Benjamin Odgren has served as the Island Scholars Network Coordinator for the Island Institute. This was a brand new position, serving with and expanding on the scholarship program, to help students stay in touch with each other and to give them a support network during their freshman year of college. Click here to learn more.

 

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