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Tom O'Shea

Tom O'Shea

Commissioner, Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game

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"Iconic shellfish and clams now becoming available for people is really an incredible moment."

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Boston Harbor shellfish deemed safe after century-long ban

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Active—overseeing implementation

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