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Massachusetts Water Resources Authority

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority

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Boston Harbor shellfish deemed safe after century-long ban

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Operates wastewater treatment infrastructure

For the first time in a century, shellfish from Boston Harbor are safe to eat without purification. The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries announced in January 2026 that waters near Winthrop, Hingham, and Hull now meet the federal government's strictest safety standards—allowing recreational and commercial harvesting for direct human consumption.

Updated Jan 23