Michigan’s State Historic Preservation Office has announced that the Michigan Historical Commission has approved the placement of a Michigan Historical Marker for the Coast Guard Cutter Mackinaw and the Mackinaw City Railroad Dock. The Mackinaw was decommissioned in 2006.
“The 290-foot-long vessel was built during World War II in order to enable freighters to carry raw [...]
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Cutter Mackinaw to Receive Michigan Historical Marker
Coast Guard Reports No Pollution Threat from Waikiki Sailboat
HONOLULU — U.S. Coast Guard pollution investigators on scene reported no visible sheen and no threat to the maritime environment by a grounded 36-foot sailboat in Waikiki.
The Coast Guard “federalized” the case this morning, meaning the Coast Guard takes responsibility for the clean up and disposal of any hazardous chemicals or fuel or oil aboard [...]
Coast Guard Auxiliary creates Christmas memories needy children
Tacoma, Wash. – Members of Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 35 brought hope to a class of third grade students at Christensen Elementary School Dec. 15. With many of the students families living below poverty level and many having a family member serving in Iraq, two members of Flotilla 35 decided to help.
At their own [...]
Security Zone for Kahalui Harbor reset to 100 Yards
KAHULUI, Hawaii — The Coast Guard Captain of the Port today announced his intention to enforce only the 100-yard security zone in Kahului Harbor for transits of the Hawaii Superferry Alakai.
Thus, surfers, paddlers, fishermen, boaters and other recreational users may once again use Kahului Harbor at any time, subject to the restriction they do not [...]
3 Missing Boaters Found, 1 Still Missing
New Orleans – The Time-Picuayne and WDSU-TV are reporting that 3 of the boaters missng on Lake Ponchartrain have been located.
Stephanie McNeese and Amber Purkeo were found alive and have been hospitalized. A Coast Guard official told the media that one of them was between 5 and 6 months pregnant.
In addition, one of the male [...]
American Airlines extends military discounts
American Airlines has extended its discounts for military personnel. The airline says discounted airfares and preferred boarding privileges will continue until July 31, 2008.
Dan Garton, American’s Executive Vice-President of Marketing, said it was important the airline recognized military personnel, with members of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, National Guard and Reserves [...]
Coast Guard Channel Announces 2008 Programming
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. – The niche internet television network, the Coast Guard Channel, which initially launched in February, announced its line-up for the first half of 2008. Channel Founder, Tam O’Connor Fraser noted, “The line-up includes new series plus returning favorites. We’re encouraged by the overwhelming viewer feedback to all of our programming. They’re extremely [...]