Casco Bay’s years-long fight against pollution buoyed by new stormwater rules
July 12, 2022The Clean Water Act had a transformative effect on the watershed after it was first passed. With new state permitting regulations, it can again. Exclusive to the Portland Press Herald, by Casco Baykeeper Ivy Frignoca As the country celebrates the 50th anniversary of Maine Sen. Edmund Muskie’s masterpiece, the Clean Water… Read more
No Poop in the Bay: Friends of Casco Bay Relaunches Pumpout Program
May 31, 2022We are excited to announce that we are relaunching our Pumpout Program. After a 2-year hiatus, our pumpout vessel, Headmaster, is back in the water and is being captained by our newest staff member, Pumpout Coordinator Chris Gilday. “After working as a commercial fisherman for decades, I know firsthand how… Read more
The State of the Bay: 50 years of the Clean Water Act and 30+ Years of Advocacy, A Casco Bay Matters Event
April 29, 2022Please join us online on Wednesday, May 18, from noon to 1 p.m. for The State of the Bay: 50 years of the Clean Water Act and 30+ Years of Advocacy, A Casco Bay Matters Event. This event kicks off our year of celebrations honoring the 50th Anniversary of the… Read more