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Navy to build $146.7 million NOAA marine operations center in Rhode Island
By nationalfisherman.com. The U.S. Navy awarded a $146.7 million contract to New York-based Skanska USA to design and build a new National Oceanic and Atmospheric base on Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island, with plans for the facility to eventually be homeport for NOAA’s Marine Operations Center – Atlantic. Design… SEE MORE
Biden Administration Announces $220 Million in Grants to Modernize Ferry Systems
By Mike Schuler. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced grants totaling $220.2 million to modernize the nation’s ferry systems. These grants, provided through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aim to expand ferry service in rural communities, facilitate the acquisition of modern ferry boats (including electric… SEE MORE
December Report: Striper Fishing in Long Island, NY
By On The Water. Northerly autumn winds kept the south shore surf calm and deceitfully inviting that Saturday morning. It was in mid-November, but even under sunny blue skies, the morning chill made it feel like late December. With a frigid 8 to 10-knot wind at my back, it felt like… SEE MORE
Are Sea Cucumbers a Cleanup Solution to Fish Farm Pollution?
By Yale School of the Environment. Seafood farm operators are breeding and deploying sea cucumbers to vacuum up the massive amounts of fish waste that pose a major problem for their industry. It is part of an effort to redesign fish farms with multiple species so that they work more like… SEE MORE
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Southern Coast & Casco Bay, ME
Casco Bay and Maine's Southern Coast are the most populated areas of Maine, but that doesn't result in any lack of charm or local flavor. Portland, the jewel of Maine, and home to the best food anywhere is a vibrant growing city. The Southern Maine Coast has been blessed with miles picturesque beaches, and islands of pastoral country surrounded by seas of forest. Both history and geography create the chemistry to give you a vacation you won't forget. Enjoy a lobster boat cruise, charter fishing excursion or kayaking excursion along the coast, canoeing on the Mousam River, a trolley ride to the beach, or the thrill of an oceanside amusement park. Open year 'round, the Southern Maine Coast has it all. SEE MORE
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High Tide Flooding Outlook for December 2023
By US Harbors. Coastal Flooding Predictions for December 2023 We're always amazed how NOAA's high tide flooding predictions change so significantly from month to month! This month the Pacific Northwest will see the most flooding, while Florida and the Southeast will be relatively spared. Important: These predictions do not account… Learn More
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Navy to build $146.7 million NOAA marine operations center in Rhode Island
By nationalfisherman.com. The U.S. Navy awarded a $146.7 million contract to New York-based Skanska USA… More
Biden Administration Announces $220 Million in Grants to Modernize Ferry Systems
By Mike Schuler. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced grants… More
December Report: Striper Fishing in Long Island, NY
By On The Water. Northerly autumn winds kept the south shore surf calm and deceitfully inviting… More
Are Sea Cucumbers a Cleanup Solution to Fish Farm Pollution?
By Yale School of the Environment. Seafood farm operators are breeding and deploying sea cucumbers to… More
This Antarctic Penguin Sleeps 11 hours a Day—a Few Seconds at a Time
By science.org. For sleepy humans, nodding off can be inconvenient—say, during a boring lecture—or even… More
Ocean Iron Fertilization May Help Remove CO₂
By MonangaBay.com. After a hiatus of more than 10 years, a new round of research into… More
New Wetland Park in Delaware Solves Decades of Flooding Issues
From NOAA's Office of Coastal Management. The Takeaway: A formerly contaminated area in Delaware has… More
Widening Safety: FISH Wellness Act Helps Fishing Communities
FISH Wellness Act can advance safety training and fishermen’s health programs In fishing families and… More
Can Seawalls Save Us?
By newyorker.com. Pacifica, California, just south of San Francisco, is the kind of beachfront community… More
