Charlotte Blackwell, 13, whose father is a fishboat captain, was among those who spoke at Saturday’s hearing on possibly reducing the menhaden catch. She asked for the “bay-specific science that shows another reduction is necessary. That is a big question and big decisions should come with strong evidence. Right here at Northumberland Middle School we are taught how science works. We are taught to ask questions, examine evidence, separate facts from opinions and let the evidence lead us to the conclusion. Please hold yourselves to that same standard.” Photo by Jackie Nunnery
