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Proposed restrictions on Stellwagen Bank could sink fishermen – “In order for us to be effective, we must speak with one united voice,”

100_1287With a view of Green Harbor in the distance nearly 200 fishermen met at  Haddad’s Ocean Café to discuss the future of their livelihood and what actions  they could take to protect its longevity. At issue were proposals before the New England Fishery Management Council  (NEFMC) to establish further restrictions in the Stellwagen Bank Marine  Sanctuary, an area critical to the success of local fishermen. more@wickedlocal  09:49