Launceston Brewery Site to be Explored for Purchase by Tasmanian Government

The Tasmanian government has proposed purchasing the 145-year-old Boag’s Brewery site in Launceston, with in-principle support from Kirin, the Japanese parent company of Lion Australia, which owns the brewery. Premier Jeremy Rockliff confirmed the discussions in a press release after meeting Kirin representatives in Japan, though the government has not yet detailed how it would … Read more

Lion’s Mane Jellyfish Return to the Gulf of Maine

Lion’s mane jellyfish are appearing in the Gulf of Maine, prompting state officials to advise beachgoers on how to handle potential stings. According to Sam Rutka, lead aquarist at the Seacoast Science Center, these jellyfish are native to the region, though winds and currents occasionally push them from colder, deeper waters toward New Hampshire shorelines. … Read more