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RI could bring back sales and property taxes on boats. Why some say it will sink the economy.

John Lombardi, D-Providence, that would end the nearly 20 years exemption for boats, slips, moorings, boat repairs and storage. Boats are currently on a long list of sales tax exemptions ...

How to stay safe during National Safe Boating Week

Saturday, May 17, starts the beginning of National Safe Boating Week and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) ...

Lake Havasu Memorial Day crackdown: Deputies to target drunk boating, safety violations on the water

Expect to see more law enforcement on the water this Memorial Day weekend in Lake Havasu—and fewer warnings for unsafe behavior.

Temporary boating restrictions lifted at Conneaut Lake

CONNEAUT LAKE — The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has lifted the temporary boating restrictions on Conneaut Lake. The agency announced the news on its Facebook page Thursday. The commission announced on May 8 that boats were temporarily limited to slow, no-wake speed on the lake because of high water levels and resultant hazards in the water. © 2025 The Meadville Tribune (Meadville, ...

Rowers take part in Salthill boating competition

Under beautiful sunshine, rowers have been participating in 'Tóstal', an annual boating event in Salthill, Co Galway. Competitors are racing in a mile-and-a-half course laid out in Galway Bay.

One person dies in Lake Quivira boating crash, mayor says

This afternoon, May 17, several law enforcement agencies were on the scene of a boating accident that left one person dead at ...

Three helped in boating incident

The New Mexico National Guard helped rescue three people after a boating incident along the Canadian River near Raton Friday evening.

Come to Honokōhau Harbor to help U.S. Coast Guard kick off National Safe Boating Week

Interested in a free vessel safety check? Want to learn more of what National Safe Boating Week is all about? Maybe you’re interested in seeing how you can practice safe boating? Get the information you need and more during today’s event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

National Safe Boating Week begins this weekend

May 17-23 is National Safe Boating Week, a time to ensure everyone has the information and tools they need to stay safe this ...

Dad sues mom over boating death of their 7-year-old

The father of a Carthage boy who was killed in a boating incident last year files wrongful death lawsuit against the boy’s ...

1 injured after boating incident in Volusia County

A person was rescued by the South East Volusia Fire Department after jumping from a boat and sustaining injuries on Saturday ...

3 people rescued after boating accident in northern New Mexico

Some boaters survived a close call Friday in northern New Mexico, as members of the New Mexico National Guard rescued three ...

Ludington’s SS Badger kicks off summer season post-repairs

The propeller shaft repairs were not the only current major repairs for LMC. Since the end of the 2024 sailing season, crews ...

Narrows Dam shares update on track rack repair operations

Repairs to a trash rack at Narrows Dam was recently postponed last month because of unforseen changes to its design an scope ...

Safe Boating Week in Georgia aims to prevent tragedies with life jackets

Gov. Brian Kemp declared May 17-23 Safe Boating Week to promote water safety in Georgia. ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp has declared May 17-23 as Safe Boating Week in Georgia. This period is crucial as ...

Father sues two for wrongful death in Taney County after boating accident killed son

A man is suing two people after a 2024 boating accident involving a propeller caused his son to die. According to online ...

Boating lake leak probe after refill fails

An investigation into a leak at a boating lake is under way after an attempt to refill it failed. The lake at Newcomen ...

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of boating season. Here are some tips to stay safe

As the temperature warms and the first days of summer approach, more and more people will hit the water. Here are some tips to be safe on a boat.

St. Landry Parish boating restrictions lifted

Last week, parish officials issued temporary boating restrictions after heavy rains hit the area. Those restrictions have now been lifted.

FWC cracks down on boating safety in Pensacola Bay ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

As boaters enjoy a day on the water, officers are keeping an eye out for their safety. “We’ll be out on the water making sure ...