MAINE PUBLIC • April 17, 2020
Thousands of Maine fishermen and others in the seafood sector could have qualified for pandemic relief through the Paycheck Protection Program, but many were, apparently, unable to access the benefits before the money ran out. Maine Coast Fishermen's Association had planned a webinar for New England fishermen Thursday afternoon explaining how to access the benefits. But it was called off the same day, after the government announced there was no funding left and it became clear the footrace to apply was over.