Maine State

Columbus, OH

Connecticut State

Westbrook, CT

Matt, at Black Hall Outfitters in Westbrook told me that the local fishing has remained pretty similar to last week, with the exception of a continued push of small bait schools into the area. Bigger bass can almost always be caught as well, but morning and evening, along with after dark is your best bet. The usual suspects, such as GT eels and other big soft plastics, live eels/bunker, large topwaters, and trolling tubes have been the top producers. There are some nice gator bluefish around as well, but they are scattered, with the better reports coming from the west and Plum Gut. Snapper bluefish have invaded the sound and can be found chewing on that small bait across the board. Keeper sea bass are becoming more prevalent in 80 feet of water plus on Daiwa SK Jigs. Scup fishing has been as steady as ever, while summer tautog anglers are starting to report better results. The mass of hardtails hasn’t entered the area just yet but has been a strong push of Spanish mackerel from the central to the southern sound, and there are quite a bit of false albacore to the east around the cape. That may sound like a long distance, but the rest of the hardtails are knocking on the door!

Connecticut Fishing Report – August 29, 2024

Massachusetts State

Rye, NH

The poacher admitted he planned to sell his catch under a permit in Massachusetts, where he could have fetched $1,600 for the 400 pounds of fish. Authorities in New England arrested a Massachusetts man in July for catching and keeping a key predator from the Atlantic Ocean. What's happening?. Outdoor...

Officials catch poacher 'red-handed' following tips of illegal fishing activity: 'We're really trying to protect the resource'

Maryland State

A-Z-Animals

Fishing is a fun and popular hobby in Maryland. So many incredible records have been won in this vibrant state. Maryland offers both incredible saltwater and freshwater fishing opportunities. This means that you can fish for large bass and sharks in the same week. Can you guess the size of the largest shark ever caught […]

The Largest Dogfish Shark Ever Caught in Maryland

New Jersey State

“School’s back from summer,” just a slight lyrical change from Alice Cooper’s “Schools Out” hit, but that also means fewer beachgoers and more room for surfcasters looking to work the suds. Spanish mackerel, bonito, bluefish have been pretty solid for parts of Island State Park and Long Beach Island over the past week while southern areas had more croakers and kingfish off the beaches. Fluke fishing really turned on with the ocean reef sites providing a steady pick of keeper fish to 6 pounds. Inlets are also showing a good number of flatties along with some better sized weakfish which have been hanging around schools of mullet. The offshore bite continued its epic pace with plenty of yellowfin to 90 pounds being caught at the canyons along with plenty of mahi. Anglers jigging, trolling, and popping are finding some solid bluefin action within the sight of land off of Seaside. As we had into September, there are plenty of angling opportunities to keep you busy.

Southern New Jersey Fishing Report – August 29, 2024

USA TODAY

The broadnose sevengill and the soupfin sharks are common along the Pacific coast. Now they're showing up in Washington’s Puget Sound.

'This can't be right': Big sharks found in waters far from the open ocean

California State

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Nick Davies

California, often celebrated for its diverse fishing opportunities, is facing significant challenges that have made some of its fishing spots less ideal. Here are some of the worst places to go fishing in California currently, based on recent environmental and regulatory developments.

Worst Places to Go Fishing in California

Washington State

The Independent

A humpback whale that is missing its tail and was spotted in Washington state's inland waters likely lost its iconic flukes after becoming entangled, possibly in some kind of line or fishing gear, experts say. That loss of the flukes, used for propulsion, would appear to be a death sentence for the creature, last reported as seen in late July.Jessica Farrer, research director with The Whale Museum on Washington's San Juan Island, was among those who responded to a sighting of the whale July 23 off a nearby island. The institute, as part of its work, helps respond to reports...

A humpback whale in Washington state is missing its tail. One expert calls the sight 'heartbreaking'

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

A great white shark thrilled anglers recently in Cape Cod Bay by following a hooked striped bass to their boat and leaving them with only its head.
The accompanying footage, captured outside Rock Harbor and shared Sunday by Cape Cod Incidents, begins with an angler reeling the striper to the boat with the shark apparently holding on but not resisting.
“He’s swimming to us,” one angler observes.
“He didn’t let go,” another cautions.

The excitement ramps up as the group realizes the shark is only feet away: “He’s right there!”
Within seconds, though, the angler who was fighting the striped bass is left with only...

Watch: ‘Taxman’ comes calling as angler battles striped bass

Geographically, Gosnold isn't your typical town. It's part of the archipelago known as the Elizabethan Islands, situated off the coast of Cape Cod. Most of its residents reside on the island of Cuttyhunk, which boasts stunning natural beauty and a rich maritime history. A Tight-Knit Community. Life in Gosnold revolves...

What is The Smallest Town in Massachusetts?

Nantucket, MA

The federal government issued a new "biological opinion" on the offshore wind power project off Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket, finding that pile-driving noise associated with Vineyard Wind 1 is likely to adversely affect, but not likely to jeopardize, the continued existence of whales, fish or sea turtles listed under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).

Feds To Issue New Opinion On Vineyard Wind's Impact On Whales And Other Marine Life

In contrast to the stone crab, which people primarily consume for its claws, people value the Dungeness crab for its sweet, tender flesh. A native of the west coast of North America, Dungeness crabs, are typically steamed to preserve their delicate flavor. While stone crabs vs. Dungeness crabs are popular seafood options in the United […]

Stone Crab vs. Dungeness Crab

Vision Pet Care

Ever wondered if your feline friend truly loves you? Cats, those enigmatic furballs, have a knack for hiding their affections in the most subtle ways. Let’s dive into the clandestine world of kitty love and uncover how your cat secretly shows its love for you.

How Your Cat Secretly Shows Its Love for You

Berkley’s big Labor Day Sale offers up to 30% off on nearly 250 lures, lines, and terminal tackle items, but of the greatest interest to Northeast saltwater fishermen is the discounted Gulp and bucktails available in the sale. Here’s the best opportunities to fill your fluke box below.

Berkley Labor Day Sale Offers 30% Off Gulp and Jigs

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Akeena

After serving the Fort Lauderdale community for over 25 years, Canyon restaurant has officially closed its doors, making way for a new culinary experience. The beloved dining spot, known for its Southwestern flavors and loyal following, will be replaced by Daniel’s, a steakhouse from the Miami-based Gioia Hospitality Group.

Beloved Florida Restaurant Closes Its Doors After 25 Years, Steakhouse Set to Move In

Alaska State

Warmer, ice-free conditions in the southeast Bering Sea are roughly 200 times more likely now than before humans began burning planet-warming fossil fuels.

Scientists have more evidence to explain why billions of crabs vanished around Alaska

Seattle, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

So the big holiday weekend is here and the weather forecast is fantastic. If you haven’t already decided what you’re going to do, there’s plenty to choose from. Of course, there are some big events that we look forward to all year, but if huge crowds aren’t your thing, there are smaller happenings all over the region.

Big Events and Other Things To Do for Labor Day Weekend

Woodinville, WA

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

HollywoodLife

Sicily witnessed a tragedy on Monday, August 19, when the luxury yacht Bayesian sank due to a waterspout, resulting in what has been described as “an unbelievable story.” The yacht, carrying 22 passengers, saw most rescued, but six were confirmed dead, including British technology entrepreneur Mike Lynch. The last person still missing is Lynch’s 18-year-old daughter, Hannah.

Luxury Yacht Bayesian Sinking In Sicily, Caused By ‘Long Sum Of Errors’

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Jersey City, NJ

Morristown Minute

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Two members of a Jersey City gang associated with the Marion Gardens Housing Complex were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their involvement in multiple shootings and other gang-related crimes, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

Gang Members Sentenced: 31 Years for Violent Crimes

"Old money whispers, new money shouts," wrote Canadian novelist and poet, Margaret Atwood — and her observation applies along the coasts of New England, where luxury thrives quietly in line with tendencies toward modesty and frugality. Thanks to the region's Puritan past, New Englanders don't usually "make it rain." This quiet luxury also keeps low-key towns like Rye, New Hampshire off the over-beaten tourist path. In fact, the entire state coastline plays fourth or fifth fiddle to more popular New England luxury destinations, including Bar Harbor and Kennebunkport, Maine; Cape Cod, Massachusetts; Newport, Rhode Island; and Mystic, Connecticut. That may be because New Hampshire's coast is only 18 miles long and remains overshadowed by the mountainous hinterland — with its beautiful but dangerous hikes and ultimate scenic drive along US-2 — that forms the popular image of "The Granite State."

This Laidback New Hampshire Beach Town Oozes Quiet Luxury

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Coastal New Hampshire and Maine Coast Fishing Report – August 29, 2024

With stripers on the move, anglers are feeling the angst from too many trips without tight lines. The upside for those still at it is that...

Coastal New Hampshire and Maine Coast Fishing Report – August 29, 2024

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