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
Seventy years after the first hull splashed, the Dyer 29 is still built and repaired by the people who know it best.
How CEO Terry McNew is reshaping a respected brand.
At 70 years old, the builder that defined the long-distance trawler is still going strong.
These owners chose specific designs that allow them to explore the country, and even the world.
Sailing Hall of Famer, America’s Cup legend, and founder of CNN dies at age 87.
A Great Lakes boater finds a ride for all seasons in a military-grade RIB by Safe Boats.
The allure of this destination is great fishing and more.
If a passenger goes overboard at sea, there’s a 40 percent chance you’ll never see that person again. Here are the recovery procedures you need to know.
To select the right solar-charging system, consider your power needs, budget and boat’s design.
Your old engine is costing you more than you think. Here’s what you need to know before you pull the trigger on new iron.
