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Tourist numbers strong in 2017, but labor shortage looms
Key first-time visitors still coming, which officials say bodes well
DMR wins grant to gather more data on right whales, fishing gear
Input sought from lobster fishery on rope use
Cranberry Isles wins $1.3 million for internet upgrade
USDA grant to replace local money for broadband project already under construction
Wet feet in problematic places
Jeff Goodell makes it clear we’re in for a lot of soul searching
Chebeague Island urges changes to keep bicyclists safe
Near tragedy prompted review of rules, conditions
Contrary survey results are puzzling scientists
Lobster science updates from the Fishermen’s Forum
Ferry service impacted with rising emergency trips
Manager to meet with island EMS staff to discuss protocols
How we support the island’s gay, lesbian,and trans teens
Alliance creates positive school climate, inclusivity
Saving a fisherman’s humble home
Phippsburg hopes to turn Murphy house in to museum honoring fishing past
Wild Miss Islesford comes to Islesboro
The tasty story of sourdough and other fermentations
Island Postcards
EPISODE 10: Keep the Light Shining
Two ambitious young women swam around the entire Island of Isle au Haut during the summer of 2019 to raise money for crucial renovations to the lighthouse.
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