The suit, filed Friday, alleges a conflict of interest for co-owner of Mere Point Oyster Co. and Brunswick Harbormaster Dan Devereaux, and accuses him of ‘placing a thumb on the scale of the aquaculture licensing.’
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Controversial oyster farm on Maquoit Bay approved by state
Opponents intend to appeal the decision in court.
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State approves controversial oyster farm on Maquoit Bay
Opponents intend to appeal the decision in court.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Second Maine lobstering group rejects state’s plan for protecting whales
The state’s biggest lobster trade group says the concessions sought by the state are out of proportion with the risk the industry poses to endangered right whales.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Right whales won’t be protected by proposed regulations
The data show that whales are becoming entangled with fishing lines in Maine waters, pushing the species toward extinction.