Fishing communities need to prepare for gentrification challenges, say UMaine researchers

August 23, 2016  Maine is home to numerous rural fishing communities that contribute to the state’s economy and culture, but many are face challenges due to regulations, stock depletion, rising fuel costs and climate change. In addition, researchers at the University of Maine also have identified gentrification as a leading threat, which they say is read more Fishing communities need to prepare for gentrification challenges, say UMaine researchers