The Maine Marine Patrol has recovered the body of Mark Hatch, 44 of Gray, from the Penobscot River. Marine Patrol received a report at 6 a.m. this morning of an abandoned truck near the Penobscot Narrows Bridge. An investigation conducted by the Bucksport Police Department and Hancock County Sheriff’s Office revealed that the truck belonged to Mr. Hatch based on identification found inside. Security camera video from a local business showed what officials believe to be Mr.

Augusta - Ninety percent of bridges and culverts on the roads in Maine that cross salt marshes and tidal waterways are not equipped to handle the ebb and flow of the tides.

Maine Menhaden Commercial State Allocation Fishery Landings as of 8/21/23 - 20,036,403 pounds

Summer is in full swing and more people are enjoying time on our coastal waters. The Maine Department of Marine Resources wants to remind swimmers, paddlers, and surfers to be safe while in or on the water.

While relative risk of a shark attack is very small, risks should always be minimized whenever possible in any activity on the water. The chances of having an interaction with a shark can be reduced if you follow this advice:

The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is holding public hearings on the standard lease proposals listed below. Please carefully review the schedule of proceedings as there are important deadlines regarding participation.

The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is holding  public hearings on the two standard lease proposals listed below.  The hearings will be held in-person. Please carefully review the schedule of proceedings as there are important deadlines regarding participation.

Microsoft Teams Meeting Link

The Commercial Fishing Safety Council's working group will meet remotely via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday, July 12th at 7:00 p.m. 

A link to join the meeting is below.

Microsoft Teams meeting

Augusta – The Maine Coastal Program, a Division of the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR), has opened registration for the annual Coastal Cleanup. The Coastal Cleanup is a volunteer-driven initiative designed to clean debris from Maine’s coastal shores and waterfront communities.

Augusta - The Maine Marine Patrol will once again be looking out for anyone violating Maine’s boating under the influence laws and sharing safety information during the national Operation Dry Water weekend, July 1-July 3.