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July 18
Why not restore stripers to Gulf of Maine?
Fish are native to these waters, and were the ‘wall-to-wall’ fish reported by colonists
Michael J. LittleI read with interest the Fathoming column in the June issue of The Working Waterfront (“Signs of spring in our rivers and bays”) about the resurgence of fish migrations in the rivers and bays of the coast of Maine. I think it is very exciting that these populations are recovering—a hopeful sign in a darkening ecological world. I…
July 17
‘Into The Lantern’ illuminates lighthouse story
Maine Maritime Museum's new exhibit rich with interactive displays
Inhaling the salty smell of the sea, feeling the wind blow across your skin, hearing the calls of seabirds and crashing surf—there is nothing like standing on the catwalk outside…
July 17
Cliff Island land conservation is no gift
Founders of land trust wanted to keep all options open
By Doug Rideout Jr. Cliff Island, one of only 15 year-round Maine island communities where people are still able to make a living from the sea, produces a unique character…
July 17
Could green crabs become a Maine delicacy?
Scientist, fisherman travel to Venice to learn the tricks
Invasive green crabs responsible for decimating Maine's soft-shell clam industry are being investigated for possible culinary purposes. Art conservator Jonathan Taggart, marine biologist Marissa McMahan, and Georgetown lobsterman Chris Jamison traveled to…
July 17
Estuary Beat: Casco Bay and oil, hydro-acoustic in PenBay
Casco Bay prepares for oil spill potential Millions of barrels of oil flow through the pipeline that runs from South Portland to refineries in Montreal. While this is less oil…
July 17
Global warming, climate change are two issues
Agreement should have gone to U.S. Senate before U.S. committed
Rob Snyder’s “Field Notes,” entry No. 41 in the July issue of The Working Waterfront, “Climate decisions reflect on who we are as a nation,” concerned me. Rob is a…
July 17
Good job news, not-so-good work force news
Maine must invest in education and training options beyond liberal arts college
The Great Recession still casts a shadow over us, perhaps tamping down confidence in the economy in some quarters. But the truth about Maine’s employment situation is quite bright. The…
July 17
Homing in on Dave Morrison
Camden poet, musician publishes Psalms collection
New York City just didn't agree with Dave Morrison. The music scene was a clutter of competition and costs he hadn't encountered playing nightclub circuits in New England. Living arrangements…
July 17
New Islesboro pre-school facility opens this summer
Islanders invest in next generation, and working parents
The reasons for providing daycare and preschool services on an island are many, and they are compelling. But the new Islesboro Pre-School facility came to fruition because island leaders asked…
July 17
North Haven’s eldercare vision coming to fruition
Island native Lindsey Beverage hired as administrator
On eight acres of meadow overlooking Southern Harbor, North Haven’s eldercare facility is coming into focus. As the walls come down in the original structure, donated by Mary White, and…
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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