Back in 2013, the Standard-Times wrote about the problems for local fishermen based on a potential presidential appointment. That name has come up again.
Congressman Joseph P. Kennedy III has represented fisherman his entire career. He is using his experience and his earned trust as leverage in the Senate race.
Joe Kennedy on the impact of COVID-19 on the local fishing industry, the path towards recovery, and how as senator he would continue his commitment to the area.
Update 06/29/2020: Rockland Trust said this morning the bank "will make every reasonable effort to process all complete PPP application packages for fishing boat owners prior to the cessation of the program on June 30th, 2020."
The Small Business Administration announced Thursday that owners of commercial fishing vessels are now eligible to apply for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loa