USCGC Sequoia to Port Huron
9/7/2024
USCGC Sequoia (WLB-215) upbound on the St. Clair River at Marine City, MI. Sequoia just completed a two year maintenance period at U.S. Coast Guard Yard Curtis Bay near Baltimore, MD and is now headed for her new home port in Port Huron, MI. Sequoia replaces USCGC Hollyhock (WLB-214) which is now at Curtis Bay for her maintenance period. Before her maintenance period, Sequoia’s home port was in Guam. After her upgrades are completed, Hollyhock will shift to her new home port in Hawaii. – Sep 7, 2024
Don Detloff
Irma on dead tow at Thunder Bay
9-7-2024
Bulk Carrier IRMA has had issues in Thunder Bay and currently on a dead tow assisted by 4 tugs – POINT VALOUR, GLENADA, FLORENCE AND TECLUTSA to Keefer Terminal. She was attempting to load at Thunder Bay Terminals when the 500′ of mooring line, got caught up in the prop when docking.
Janey Anderson
Toronto Island ferry forced to perform an emergency stop due to mechanical issue
By Denio Lourenco City News
Posted September 5, 2024 9:30 pm.
The City of Toronto says its William Inglis ferry was forced to perform an emergency stop after experiencing a mechanical issue.
“We’re aware of an incident involving one of the City of Toronto’s ferries, where crews acted quickly to perform an emergency stop at the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal,” Russell Baker, a spokesperson for the City of Toronto said in a statement.
“The ferry – which experienced a mechanical issue – has since been removed from service, and a thorough investigation into what occurred will start immediately,” Baker added.
Toronto police say people were onboard the boat when it crashed into the dock around 6:15 p.m. on Thursday.
Toronto Paramedic Services assessed passengers, but no injuries were reported.
At 90-years-old, the William Inglis ferry is the oldest boat in the City’s ferry fleet.
City Hall is in the process of upgrading the fleet to include two brand-new boats that will run on electric power, but they aren’t expected to hit the water until December 2026.
September 9, 2024
National Museum of the Great Lakes Second
Wave Capital Campaign Nears Completion
Toledo, OH – The National Museum of the Great Lakes is entering a new chapter as its Second Wave expansion project progresses. With the foundation set and structural build underway, the museum is reaching out to the community for a final push of support. Now is your chance to contribute to the future legacy of this historic institution.
The Second Wave expansion will add 5,000 square feet of new space, allowing the museum to showcase traveling Smithsonian exhibits, introduce new permanent exhibits, and create dedicated spaces for community education.
“By supporting this campaign, donors are actively preserving Great Lakes history, fueling ongoing education, revitalizing our neighborhood, and boosting the economic vitality of our region,” said Kate Fineske, Executive Director of the National Museum of the Great Lakes.
Donations can be made online at nmgl.org/thesecondwave or by calling the museum at 419-214-5000. Contributions of all sizes are welcome, and donors will receive exclusive Second Wave thank you gifts as a token of appreciation. Donors contributing more than $500 will also be recognized on our donor wall.
“This is the moment to make a lasting impact on our museum and the communities we serve,” said Sara Smith, the Museum’s Director of Institutional Advancement. As we conclude our public campaign, join in this effort and ensure the National Museum of the Great Lakes remains a beacon of pride and inspiration for generations to come. For more information or to make a donation,
The National Museum of the Great Lakes
