KINGSTON, Rhode Island, May 6 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * Commencement 2026: Marine biology and marine affairs major excited to dive into new shark research As a child, Mary Brantley read her ocean encyclopedia so often it nearly fell apart. Years later that same fascination brought her to the University of Rhode Island, where she double majored in marine biology and marine affairs. "The ocean is something I have always been deeply curious about," Brant  more

ALBANY, New York, May 2 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces $4.2 Million Dedicated to Support Long Island's Aquaculture Industry * Governor Hochul today announced that $3 million has been awarded to 14 small businesses to support Long Island's aquaculture industry through Round 2 of the Long Island Aquaculture Infrastructure Grant Program. Funding will help these producers make infrastructure upgrades, streamline operations and  more

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 8 -- Fisheries and Oceans Canada issued the following news release: * * * The Honourable Joel Lightbound highlights, in Les Iles de la Madeleine, $957.8-million investment from Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to Small Craft Harbours Program * Grande-Entree, Quebec - Small craft harbours are vital infrastructure for coastal and rural communities, supporting fishing and transportation, while supporting the local economies built around them. While visiti  more

TORONTO, Ontario, May 4 [Category: TravelBiz] -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts posted the following news release: * * * Uniting Two Culinary Legends: Michelin Acclaimed Chefs Collaborate for a Once-in-a-Lifetime Dinner at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto * Four Seasons Hotel Toronto will host an extraordinary, one-night-only culinary event on May 21, 2026 at 6:30 pm, bringing together two internationally celebrated chefs from Michelin-rated restaurants. Hosted at Cafe Boulud Toronto, this exclus  more