Daily Archives: May 6, 2025
Commercial Fisherman Jeff Angelo has passed away
My Heart’s Desire, Jeff Angelo passed on April 11, 2025, in the arms of Pam, his devoted wife of 29 years. He was 60 years old. He will be missed by Pam’s brothers, Mike and Bob, and her mother Billie along with her husband, Gary, as well as Pam’s cousins and family. Jeff loved and cared deeply for his mother, Eleanor, his brothers Nick and Steve, as well as his cousins and family in the Bay Area. Jeff moved to Eureka in 1986 and lived in Humboldt County the rest of his life. Jeff was born under a wandering star and left home at 15. He worked his way through high school for a place to live, for food, clothes on his back and a car to get to work. At one point, his car only operated in reverse and that’s how he drove it, looking out the back window just so he could get to work and keep his job. At 17 Jeff joined the Army and it was off to Germany he went. eff’s brother Nick was crewing with Bill Burchell on “The Becky” and they needed a second for crab season, so Jeff hopped aboard. He knew he had found his calling. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 19:04
Lobster fisherman survives close call, urges safety while on the water
A lobster fisherman from Port Saunders, N.L. had a close call on the water off of Newfoundland’s west coast and is warning others to be safe on the ocean. It was supposed to be another day on the water for Boyd Lavers, a veteran fish harvester with 40 years’ experience. But the situation quickly changed when his leg became entangled in a rope, pulling him overboard. He wasn’t wearing a floatation device. “One of the crew members grabbed the knife and he ran up to me,” Two other crew members were also tangled in the rope and were unable to come to his aid, he said. Typically, he says, he has a crew of three. But that day they had a fourth crew member. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 13:49
The Louisiana Menhaden Industry: An Economic Engine for Coastal Communities
For more than a century, Louisiana’s commercial menhaden fishery has been a pillar of the state’s coastal economy, providing stable jobs, sustaining businesses, and fueling essential industries worldwide. From the Gulf waters to global markets, menhaden fishing supports communities and industries that rely on its valuable marine ingredients – fish meal and fish oil – for aquaculture, pet food, and human nutrition. Leading the industry, Omega Protein and its fishing partner Ocean Harvesters, along with Daybrook Fisheries and its fishing partner Westbank Fishing, operate one of the largest and most productive fisheries in America. Their work transforms Gulf menhaden into high-value products that drive innovation and sustainability across multiple industries. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 11:21
P.E.I. lobster fishers face low prices early in 2025
Low lobster prices are plaguing P.E.I. lobster fishers in the early days of this season. Chris Wall, who fishes out of Malpeque, said Island fishers are receiving $6 to $6.50 per pound right now since the season began April 25. “I was talking to my cousin (April 30) and we had got that price 25 years ago,” Wall said in a telephone interview on May 1. “For a period of time we were at $5 and $5.50 (per pound) 25 years ago.” To add some perspective, Wall paid $30 a pan 25 years ago and now pays $200. His fuel was 35 cents a litre 25 years ago and now it is $1.65. His hired help is $1,500 per week to $2,000. McGeoghegan said Maine fishers are getting $7 per pound, which, with the exchange rate, is the equivalent of about $10 Canadian. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 09:14
Joseph Ciaramitaro of Gloucester, Massachusetts has passed away
Joseph Ciaramitaro, 86, of Gloucester, husband of Rosalie (Orlando) Ciaramitaro, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family. Joseph was born in Terrasini, Sicily, on June 20, 1938, the son of the late Joseph and Rose Ciaramitaro. He was a lifelong fixture on the Gloucester waterfront, working as a commercial fisherman, Co-owner Star Fisheries, Supervisor Empire Fish Co., and B&N Fishing Gear. 1982 he purchased the fishing vessel Virginia Surf with great pride and joy, alongside his son-in-law. He managed and shore-captained the vessel for 25 years. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 07::52
Ocean City leaders push for offshore wind moratorium in Washington visit
A delegation of Ocean City leaders traveled to Washington, D.C. on April 30 to call for a halt to federal activity that would allow construction of offshore wind farms off the Maryland coast. Led by Mayor Rick Meehan, the group included Maryland State Senator Mary Beth Carozza, Worcester County Commissioner Joe Mitrecic, Town Manager Terry McGean, and local hotel operator Adam Showell Jr. The delegation met with U.S. Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Brett Guthrie of Kentucky and shared their concerns about the potential impacts of offshore wind development. Mayor Meehan outlined concerns that offshore wind farms could harm Ocean City’s tourism economy, disrupt commercial fishing, damage marine ecosystems, and interfere with marine traffic and military radar operations. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 06:42
