Federal rules to protect right whales from gear may extend to other fisheries

A new phase of rules could include fisheries that use gillnets and those that use traps and pots.

The story of how lobster became the symbol of Maine

The Rockefellers, a smart marketing campaign and the ritual of cracking into one all played roles in making lobster intrinsic to the state's identity.

Feast on these lobster novels

Think you know the truth about lobster? Here are some common misconceptions

We tell 'em and dispel 'em.

Our View: ‘Ban’ won’t end Maine’s ocean wind project

The moratorium signed last week resolves issues that will allow the industry to keep moving forward.

New Maine law prohibits offshore wind farms in state waters

But the compromise still encourages the development of offshore wind technology in federal waters off Maine.

Lobster industry anxious over upcoming whale protections

The new federal rules will focus on reducing the number of vertical ropes in the water, and they're also expected to modify restricted areas of ocean.

Maine lobster industry willing to do its part to help conserve right whales, but to an extent

The lobster industry is prepared to do its part to conserve the whales, but a near complete risk reduction would require a total overhaul of the fishery, said Patrice McCarron, executive director of the Maine Lobstermen's Association.

New coral protections coming to areas off New England

The move also creates a dedicated habitat research area called the Jordan Basin Dedicated Habitat Research Area south of the Maine coast.

Lobster lovers feeling the pinch of high prices

Lobster is pricey this season due to a limited supply, high demand and the reopening of the economy as the nation moves past the COVID-19 pandemic.