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Four-Clawed Lobster Caught In Maine

Andy Capwell — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 16:33:34 +0000

A Wells, Maine lobsterman has caught a four-clawed lobster. Zach Donnell tells WMTW-TV that he's keeping the lobster and feeding it.

Scientists Learn How to Tell the Age of a Lobster

Andy Capwell — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 15:00:17 +0000

Scientists have figured out how to determine the age of a lobster. Much like a tree, you count it's rings. Raouf Kilada, a research associate at the University of New Brunswick was the lead author of a scientific paper documenting the process.

1st Annual Harbor Fest

Andy Capwell — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 12:44:56 +0000

Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesBeautiful Boothbay Harbor will be hosting it's 1st annual Harbor Fest this Saturday. Family friendly events start at 9am at the Boothbay Whale Park with a free lobster boat cruise around the harbor and a treasure hunt with a grand prize of $250 in gift certificates. Plus see local artisans showcasing their talents.

Maine Lobster Prices Low

Randy McCoy — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 17:42:38 +0000

Lower lobster prices may seem like a good idea, and for consumers it may be, but for the Maine lobster industry it’s not. They want higher prices for their product—which is at a 30 year low. The Maine Lobster Advisory Council, over the next three years, will invest $3 million in a new marketing program in hopes [...]