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Freshwater Renaissance

Born in Maine’s inland watersheds, an increasing alewife population leads to a cultural revival during their annual spawning run.

The Heart of the Sea

As dams are removed, reconnecting Maine lakes and the salty sea, alewife populations are rebounding. And that’s a good thing, biologists say.

Penobscot River Restoration

A multi-year project to remove dams and restore the Penobscot River is paying off as fish populations rebound.