In the aftermath of a chemical spill, Friends of Casco Bay visited Brunswick to discuss stormwater pollution, the spread of PFAS and to introduce a new app for locals to “stay informed and get involved.”
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Bigelow lab receives $7 million for algae research, business development
The Boothbay lab will use the National Science Foundation grant to build the Maine Algal Research Infrastructure and Accelerator in a bid to unlock more ways macroalgae and its microscopic counterpart can be used and ultimately marketed.
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#LoveMaineWaters: Coalition urges boaters to prevent marine debris
The Maine Marine Trades Association has partnered with Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association, Maine Island Trail Association and Friends of Casco Bay to bring awareness to boaters about keeping Maine waters free of debris. MMTA Director Stacey Keefer is a paddler and sailor and often cleans up marine debris and trash in her travels. Her efforts […]
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Animal control in Portland is a one-woman show
Ruthann Weist single-handedly runs the division within the Portland Police Department. She sees everything from unleashed dogs to squirrels stuck in chimneys to, occasionally, dolphin recoveries.
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Intertidal: A look at bioluminescence in marine life
Every summer, I look forward to seeing phosphorescence in the water. These are the tiny plankton that sparkle when disturbed. If you wave your hand or a paddle under the water, you can see them shimmer. I say “them” because they are individually so small that it takes a large number of them to put […]
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Intertidal: Trees play an important role in the marine food chain
“If you want to catch a fish, plant a tree.” I have written about the impact of what we do on land on the quality of the water along the coast and, therefore, the health of the marine life it contains. That has focused, however, on the trees’ ability to both hold together the soil […]
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Intertidal: Eelgrass die-off an example of interdependence in nature
Every year, nature plays by its own schedule, and things look a little different than they did the year before. Sometimes those changes are noticeable and sometimes they aren’t. This is particularly true if you are new to the coast and haven’t gotten accustomed to the seasonal shifts. While I count myself as an avid […]
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Intertidal: Redfish an abundant, sustainable and versatile seafood option
This Memorial Day, there will be many celebrations honoring military veterans. Many flags will be flying over ceremonies and parades in towns throughout Maine as well as the rest of the country. Often, as I’m looking at these red, white and blue flags, I think of one of my favorite children’s books, “One Fish, Two […]