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Department of Marine Resources - Maine Press Releases

27 Press Releases
  • Published on July 15, 2026 - 20:58 GMT

    Scallop Advisory Council

    Time: 5:30 p.m. A Scallop Advisory Council meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at Jeff's Catering & Events in Brewer, ME. The meeting will discuss: 1) scallop dive fishery; 2) Zone 3 management plans; 3) Zone 1 …

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  • Published on July 14, 2026 - 00:14 GMT

    Commercial Fishing Safety Council Working Group

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  • Published on July 8, 2026 - 00:35 GMT

    DMR Advisory Council Meeting

    Date: August 13, 2026 Time: 1:00 p.m. Location: DMR, Marquardt Building, 32 Blossom Lane, Room 118 Town: Augusta Please hold the date for the next DMR Advisory Council meeting to be held on Thursday, August 13th, 2026 at 1:00 PM.  This meeting will be held …

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  • Published on July 3, 2026 - 03:40 GMT

    DMR Solicitation of Public Comment Regarding the Searsport Harbor Federal Navigation Project, Searsport

    Pursuant to 38 M.R.S. §480-D, sub-§9, the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is required to provide the Maine Department of Environmental Protection with an assessment of the impacts on the fishing industry of a proposed dredging operation. The US …

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  • Published on July 1, 2026 - 07:43 GMT

    Aquaculture Public Hearing - Pleasant Cove Oyster Farm

    Time: 1:00 p.m. The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is holding a public hearing on the aquaculture proposal listed below: APPLICATION DETAILS Applicant Name: Pleasant Cove Oyster Farm Location: Damariscotta River, Boothbay Culture Type: Suspended …

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  • Published on June 30, 2026 - 04:34 GMT

    Shellfish Advisory Council 2026 Quarter 3 meeting

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  • Published on June 30, 2026 - 04:34 GMT

    Aquaculture Advisory Council Meeting

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  • Published on June 29, 2026 - 22:35 GMT

    Maine Marine Patrol to Focus on Boating Under the Influence and Boating Safety Over 4th of July Weekend

    AUGUSTA, Maine - The Maine Marine Patrol will once again be looking out for anyone violating Maine’s boating under the influence laws and sharing safety information during the national Operation Dry Water weekend, July 3-July 5. Operation Dry Water is a …

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  • Published on June 24, 2026 - 20:35 GMT

    New Patrol Vessel Supports Safer, More Effective Offshore Enforcement

    SURRY, Maine - The Maine Marine Patrol has launched the newest and largest patrol vessel in its fleet, the 57-foot P/V Allegiance, which will support safer and more effective offshore patrols. It was officially put into service on Thursday, June 11 during …

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  • Published on June 23, 2026 - 21:21 GMT

    Lobster Management Area (LMA) 1 Lobster Conservation Management Team (LCMT) Meeting

    Time: 4:00 p.m. The Maine Department of Marine Resources will be holding a meeting of the Maine members of the Lobster Management Area (LMA) 1 Lobster Conservation Management Team (LCMT).  The purpose of this meeting is for Atlantic States Marine Fisheries …

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  • Published on June 23, 2026 - 04:05 GMT

    Aquaculture Public Scoping Session - Whiskey Stones, LLC

    The applicant listed below has submitted a complete draft standard lease application to the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) and scheduled a scoping session accordingly.   Applicant: Whiskey Stones, LLC Culture Type: Suspended (gear on bottom and …

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  • Published on June 20, 2026 - 00:08 GMT

    North Haven Man Charged in Fatality of Crew Member

    VINALHAVEN, Maine – The Maine Marine Patrol is investigating a fatality that occurred yesterday when a crew member of the fishing vessel, Long Faces, fell overboard in Hurricane Sound near Vinalhaven. The deceased has been identified as Marshal Ames, 57 of …

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  • Published on June 18, 2026 - 23:36 GMT

    Scallop Advisory Council - June 25, 2026, 5:30 pm

    Time: 5:30 p.m. A Scallop Advisory Council meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at Jeff's Catering & Events in Brewer, ME. The meeting will discuss: 1) scallop dive fishery; 2) DMR spring survey updates; 3) Zone 1 …

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  • Published on June 18, 2026 - 02:59 GMT

    Aquaculture Public Hearing - Lease Revocation - PINK PS2

    Time: 1:00 p.m. The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is holding a second lease revocation hearing for the site listed below. Please carefully review the following information as there are important deadlines governing participation. Lease Holder: …

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  • Published on June 13, 2026 - 02:26 GMT

    Notice: Maine Groundfish Permit Bank Common Pool DAS Leasing Pilot

    During the 2026 commercial fishing year, Maine DMR will be offering days at sea (DAS) leasing to northeast multispecies common pool vessels through the Maine Groundfish Permit Bank. To qualify for DAS leasing, vessels must meet the following criteria: Have …

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  • Published on June 12, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

    LAC Nomination Committee

    Time: 3:30 p.m. At the Lobster Advisory Council (LAC) meeting held on May 14th, 2026, the Council voted to establish a Nomination Committee to put forward names for the next Council Chair. The LAC will hold an election at their next LAC meeting to be held …

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  • Published on June 12, 2026 - 00:56 GMT

    Lobster Advisory Council - June 30, 2026

    Please hold the date for the next Lobster Advisory Council (LAC) Meeting to be held on Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 at 4:00 PM. This meeting will be held at the DMR Offices at the Marquardt Building, located at 32 Blossom Lane, Augusta, room 118.  The meeting …

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  • Published on June 11, 2026 - 05:43 GMT

    Aquaculture Public Hearing - FareWell LLC

    Time: 1:00 p.m. The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is holding a public hearing on the aquaculture proposal listed below: APPLICATION DETAILS Applicant Name: FareWell LLC Location: Damariscotta River, Newcastle Culture Type: Suspended Culture of …

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  • Published on June 9, 2026 - 04:35 GMT

    Notice from DMR Commissioner: Persistent Striped Bass Violations on Saco

    Hello striped bass anglers, I am writing today due to some concerning activity we have seen by striped bass anglers this spring, particularly around the Saco River Dam. Over the last three weeks, Maine Marine Patrol Officers have written over 50 summonses …

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  • Published on June 9, 2026 - 04:33 GMT

    Aquaculture Public Hearing - Summit Point LLC (2 Proposals)

    Time: 1:00 p.m. The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is holding public hearings on the aquaculture proposals listed below: Proposal 1 - APPLICATION DETAILS Applicant Name: Summit Point LLC Location: Northeast of Sturdivant Island Ledge, Casco Bay, …

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