Lubec Shellfish Committee update: El Niño’s impact looms over Maine’s clam flats
Warming waters, rising predators and invasive species threaten the future of the state’s softshell clams.
Maine National Guard seeks approval to sell Calais armory
The city looks to buy the facility and move administration and the Police Department into it, with the Fire Department a possible addition.
Lubec’s Safe Harbor project, including 625‑foot breakwater and boat ramp, to start July 1
The $27.5 million effort has been scaled back, dropping a planned breakwater road and hoists from the original design.
Harvesters, scientists and town officials coordinate steps to rebuild clam population
Lubec moves juvenile clams as town expands conservation efforts.
Lubec begins process to take over Lost Fishermen’s Memorial
The Board of Selectmen also heard concerns over what some said was an overly generous lease granted to its chair.
Lubec explores town management of Lost Fishermen’s Memorial
Board of Selectmen signs letters asking nonprofits to make a payment in lieu of taxes.
Leadership shifts and licensing debate mark Lubec Shellfish Committee’s first meeting since chair’s resignation
The future of five grandfathered nonresident licenses drew sharp disagreement.