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Regulators Punt on Striped Bass Closures

Ethan Genter | Tuesday, November 4 2025 - 3:30pm

The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission voted last week to keep the status quo for striped bass. The interstate regulatory board was considering a 12 per cent reduction in striper harvest to protect the species.

Striped bass

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On the Waterfront

Mark Alan Lovewell

The 11th annual Oak Bluffs Monster Shark Tournament starts this Thursday with a captain's meeting at the Wesley Hotel.

World Record Blue Shark Caught

Mark Alan Lovewell

A huge 454-pound blue shark was caught during the tenth annual Oak Bluffs Monster Shark Tournament held over the weekend.