Aquaculture Modernization: Maine’s Department of Marine Resources launched a new electronic application system for aquaculture leases, funded by a $550,000 grant, with experimental and standard lease applications going live Aug. 18 and other lease types rolling out later. Coastal & Fisheries Policy: A new report flags how offshore wind cable work that relocates boulders could reshape seafloor hazards and fishing access, urging better planning that includes commercial fishermen. Maine Courts & Water Use: Maine’s top court denied a second appeal over a controversial Bar Harbor aquaculture lease, keeping the mussel project on track with conditions. Energy & Rates: New England governors, including Maine Gov. Janet Mills, opposed a proposed Dominion–NextEra utility merger, warning it could raise prices and disrupt infrastructure work. Housing & Manufactured Homes: Auburn approved a mobile home park lot rent cap ordinance (5% or CPI, whichever is lower), and also backed $125,000 to help furnish “Home for Good” housing for 32 chronically homeless residents. Public Health & Safety: East Millinocket became Maine’s first fire department fully outfitted with PFAS-free gear after a $90,000 grant. Business Expansion: Auburn planning board cleared Tambrands’ $40M warehouse expansion to cut off-site storage logistics. Food & Consumer Accountability: Mainebiz recognized Patrisha McLean for work empowering survivors, while separate egg antitrust settlement deliveries underscore ongoing enforcement and relief efforts.