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Sea trials highlight efforts to reduce underwater-radiated noise; Island-class ferries are being prepared for full electric operations The seventh Island-class ferry has completed a series of 10 sea ...

SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY)– The Bald Head Island ferry, “The Patriot”, is back in its slip at Deep Point Marina in Southport after running aground on Thursday morning around 7 am. Hours after the incident, ...

The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom. Read more on our AI policy here. At 1:22 p.m. on Saturday, the NWS ...

The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom. Read more on our AI policy here. At 2:09 a.m. on Saturday, the NWS ...

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Bald Head Island ferry runs aground with 105 passengers aboard, services suspended Transportation officials said the ferry “The Patriot” was on its normal course to the island when the right side hit ...

The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom. Read more on our AI policy here. An updated wind advisory was ...

BALD HEAD ISLAND, N.C. (WECT) - A ferry carrying 105 passengers ran aground Friday morning at Bald Head Island. WECT is investigating the vessel’s service record and maintenance history. The ferry ...