News Notes – New England July 2010
June 30, 2010
Soundings writer speaks on Cuban cruising travels Soundings contributing writer and Cuba expert Peter Swanson will speak June 11 at CubaCon 2010, a Cuban art
Soundings writer speaks on Cuban cruising travels Soundings contributing writer and Cuba expert Peter Swanson will speak June 11 at CubaCon 2010, a Cuban art
At one point during the new Spring Boat Show in Essex, Conn., Jim Eastland wondered if launching a new show in a down economy was
A crowd of more than 350 – including invited guests, staff, crew and members of the boatbuilding and local communities – gathered May 15 for
Captain Richard McKenna Capt. Richard McKenna has been boating and fishing as long as he can remember. “When I was 7, Santa brought us a
The ship’s wheel Bob Fuller shows off is a thing of beauty. Wonderfully curved and shaped pieces of teak, carefully joined and enhanced with inlays
Nine-year-old Jack McCluskey, from Palm Beach, Fla., has become the youngest angler ever to achieve the Billfish Royal Slam. McCluskey gained the title April 16
The early spring appearance of red tide in Maine shows possible danger signs this summer for the shellfish industry. “We’re actually seeing an early start,”
Fourth edition of this north-of-the-border exhibition will feature Maritime styling and local builders Workboats and pleasure boats will once again meet July 23-25 at the
Jane Mansfield, known for years as “the voice” of Block Island Race Week, died March 8 from an extended illness in Punta Gorda, Fla. She
THE CODFATHER– If you doubt the impact Tom Osmers had on the Martha’s Vineyard community, just look to his nickname: The Codfather. Osmers was a
It’s the smallest model in Viking’s convertible fleet, but it punches well above its weight.
The Antares 12 Coupe boasts three cabins for extended cruising capability
To catch more striped bass, fish live bait, work the structure, and wait for dark, because your best catches may be after sunset.
Meet the Revolutionary War-era whaleboat that helped the Culper Spy Ring outwit the British on Long Island Sound.
With thoughtful design and attention to detail, Scout’s 288 Dorado raises the bar for what a dayboat can be.
New rules reverse last year’s rate hikes, but economic fallout won’t be easily undone.
What We Learned About Safety From Lynette Hooker’s Disappearance
Ready to move beyond weekend boating, a New England couple discovers a cruiser designed to keep them on the water longer.
This Cornwall-built cruiser pairs classic lines with all-weather capability.
New technology makes it easier than ever to work (and homeschool) from on board.
