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Priscilla Brooks

Priscilla Brooks

Senior Counsel, Conservation Law Foundation

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"Doing the right thing now, even if it's costly, delivers remarkable results later on."

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Boston Harbor shellfish deemed safe after century-long ban

Built World

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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