Jeffrey
Google
I'm not one to write negative reviews, but this needs to be said.
I’ve lived in town long enough to appreciate how vital our fishing community is—and how much we rely on mutual respect between local businesses and the hardworking people who supply them. Unfortunately, I’ve seen troubling behavior from this market that undermines that trust. While their seafood might be fresh, the way they treat others in the local fishing scene has raised serious concerns.
The owner, once a fisherman himself and now a fish dealer, often seems more focused on controlling the local market than uplifting it. I’ve heard repeated accounts of him calling the DEM (Department of Environmental Management) on other fishermen—leading to investigations and arrests. These actions don’t appear to be driven by concern for regulations, but rather by a desire to intimidate and eliminate competition.
If we care about protecting our fishing community, it’s time to re-evaluate where we spend our dollars—and where we sell our catch. Buying from and selling to businesses that foster resentment and undermine local livelihoods only hurts our town in the long run.
We deserve a seafood scene built on respect, trust, and genuine collaboration. Let’s stand behind the markets and fishmongers who support—not sabotage—our coastal traditions. Our local fishermen deserve better respect, and our town needs to stop supporting this family.
UPDATE:
Dave, I appreciate you taking the time to respond—though I believe the tone of your message speaks louder than any denial. My concerns weren’t about personal grudges or hidden agendas. They were about how your business interacts with other members of our fishing community—something many of us have witnessed firsthand.
The mention of DEM involvement, multiple incidents involving local fishermen, and a general air of hostility is not fiction. These stories have circulated among those affected for years. Just because you claim not to know who I am doesn’t mean the concerns aren't valid or shared by others.
I chose not to name myself because I’ve seen how public criticism is treated in this town. But anonymity doesn’t make the facts less real—it’s a layer of protection in a tense environment and to your pattern of threatning discourse. If you truly want to have a constructive conversation, perhaps reconsider the tone and language of your reply.
We need more support, less division. More collaboration, fewer accusations. That’s why I spoke up. If others feel similarly, I hope they do too.
