Feds officially propose cuts in NE fish catch

Published March 30, 2013 4:27pm ET



BOSTON (AP) — Federal fisheries managers have officially announced proposed cuts in catch limits that they acknowledge will devastate the New England fleet.

The size of the proposed cuts have been known for weeks, but are now open for public comment until April 15. The 2013 fishing season starts May 1.

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