Ferry employee in Australia dismissed after using 114 sick days in a year
Brisbane City Cat Employee Dismissed Due to Absenteeism A long-time employee of Brisbane City Cat has lost her position after a workplace tribunal supported her employer’s decision to terminate her for excessive absenteeism. Jodi Dounis, who had worked as a customer service operator on Brisbane’s renowned ferries, was recruited by transport company Kelsian Group last […]
Ferry route changes in New York City set for December after surge in riders
Upcoming Changes to NYC Ferry Routes Significant updates are on the horizon for New York City’s ferry system. Starting December 8, new ferry routes will debut, featuring integrated services and additional stops designed to enhance connectivity across the city. With this new optimization plan, passengers will finally have a direct route connecting Brooklyn and Staten […]
13 Tons of Cocaine Destined for the U.S. Confiscated from Ferry in the Pacific, According to Panama
On Monday, authorities in Panama reported the arrest of 10 individuals and the confiscation of approximately 13.2 tons of drugs from a ferry en route to the United States in the Pacific Ocean. Prosecutor Julio Villarreal described the operation as one of the largest in the country’s waters, stating on Tuesday that the drugs involved […]
Pete Davidson and Colin Jost’s NYC ferry initiative sinks under high costs
Staten Island Ferry Project Facing Financial Struggles It seems the Staten Island Ferry project involving Pete Davidson and Colin Jost may be in jeopardy. The boat, nicknamed Titanic II, is accruing significant monthly port fees while it remains idle in New York harbor. Reports indicate it’s costing tens of thousands of dollars each month. Additionally, […]
Coast Guard saves man stuck in the water off Cape Cod after ferry riders see him struggling during a nor’easter.
The Coast Guard performed a rescue on Monday afternoon for a man who found himself stranded in rough waters off the coast of Cape Cod after a nor’easter swept through the area. Passengers aboard a Steamship Corporation ferry were understandably alarmed when a man was seen wandering near Juniper Point Woods Hole, shrouded in thick […]
Governors Island introduces New York’s first hybrid-electric ferry
Governor’s Island Unveils New Hybrid-Electric Ferry Governor’s Island is making strides in eco-friendly transportation. This week, the state launched its first hybrid-electric public ferry, marking a significant step forward. The ferry departed from lower Manhattan, heading toward various tourist and ecological destinations. Dubbed the “Harbor Charger,” this innovative vessel is designed to provide a quieter […]
Colin Jost and Pete Davidson’s ferry venture has a $13,500 debt to a company.
Colin Jost and Pete Davidson’s Staten Island Ferry Venture Faces Legal Issues Colin Jost and Pete Davidson’s ambitious Staten Island ferry project is currently facing challenges, with reports suggesting they are struggling to cover legal fees. Alongside their partner, Paul Italia, who owns a comedy club, the duo owes $13,500 to a law firm in […]
Colin Jost attempts to sell his Staten Island ferry in an ‘SNL’ skit after referring to it as his ‘worst’ purchase ever.
Colin Jost Pleads for Staten Island Ferry Buyer on SNL During a recent sketch on Saturday Night Live, Colin Jost made a humorous plea for someone to purchase the outdated Staten Island Ferry. In the May 3rd episode, host Quinta Brunson and cast member Mikey Day enacted a comedic rivalry between two drivers, using exaggerated […]
One Dead, Others Injured in Florida ‘Mass Casualty’ Hit-and-Run Ferry Crash
One was dead, and the others escaped from the scene after being injured on Sunday after plunging into a ferry at Memorial Causeway Bridge, Florida. The Clearwater Police Department, posted to multiple injured X, has been treated. The crash was declared a “major casualty incident” by the Clearwater Fire and Rescue Bureau due to the […]
One Dead, Several Injured After Boat Crashes Into Ferry In Florida
Florida, USA: Florida boat accident: At least one person was killed and others were injured after a boat crashed into a ferry in Florida, USA on Sunday (local time). The accident occurred near Memorial Causeway Bridge in Clearwater around 8:30pm. The boat that attacked the ferry fled the scene, police said. The Clearwater Police Department […]