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Partners and the public will now be able to clean up fishing gear debris to prevent ghost fishing, protect marine life, and enhance public safety
Agency Accepting Donations to Help Bring Joy to Children This Holiday Season
John Monaghan brings over 25 years of law enforcement experience to the Environmental Police
Partners highlight leading efforts to conserve critically endangered North Atlantic right whales, Massachusetts’ official state marine mammal
Starting April 1, 2026, all motorized vessel operators must complete a state-approved education course to enhance safety across Massachusetts’ waterways
Nationwide Campaign Targets BUIs to Protect Public Safety, Raise Awareness