Federal Court Hears Arguments From Maine Lobstermen Appealing Right Whale Regulations

February 27, 2023 Nicole Ogrysko, Maine Public

A federal appeals court heard arguments Friday from the Maine Lobstermen’s Association, which is challenging a government plan to regulate the fishery and conserve endangered right whales.

New Emergency Rule Bans Fishermen From Parts of Massachusetts Bay for 3 Months

February 1, 2023 Eli Curwin, Boston.com

An emergency rule from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or (NOAA) will prohibit fishermen from parts of Massachusetts Bay, the administration announced Tuesday.

Maine Lobster Industry, Environmental Group Reach Agreement to Delay New Regulations

October 28, 2022 Ted Homer, WGME

A new agreement could help the Maine lobster industry buy time in its fight to push back on tough new rules designed to protect endangered whales.

Maine Lobster Fishermen Hire Ex-DOJ Official to Challenge New Whale Laws

October 13, 2022 Associated Press

Maine lobster fishermen have hired a former high-ranking U.S. Department of Justice official to represent them in their case against new laws intended to protect whales.

Lobster Coming Off Menus After Seafood Watch Red-Lists It Over Fishing Danger to Whales

September 13, 2022 CBS Bay Area

Some retailers are taking lobster off the menu after an assessment from an influential conservation group that the seafood poses too much of a risk to rare whales and should be avoided.