An Arizona developer had proposed building a glampground — with 90 domes, a restaurant, spa, employee housing and a pool — in a residential area of Lamoine.
Opponents say the proposal threatens local jobs in fishing and tourism and harm the environment. Advocates say large-scale farming of Atlantic salmon would help keep working waterfronts working as wild fisheries decline.
Lamoine radio broadcaster and long-time town administrator Stu Marckoon was selected as the Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2020 Citizen of the Year. He was surprised during his morning radio show.
Lobster 207 has been awarded Fair Trade Certification, and is the only lobster group in the world to earn it. Certifying sustainable livelihoods and protection of the environment, the designation may help the co-op as it promotes Maine lobster.
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