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Head of the Weir River Race

Hull, MA November 6

HLM's 35th annual Head of the Weir River Race is a celebration of the estuary at the height of its fall beauty and the fabulous array of the region's open water rowers. As many as 60 boats jockey for position racing out of the narrow estuary and onto open water,… SEE MORE

Online Conference for Coastal Communities on Impacts of Rising Water Levels

November 17 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

US Harbors is hosting a free, online conference with internationally renowned experts speaking on key aspects of rising coastal water levels. The purpose of the event is to help communities understand what is happening--and predicted to happen--with rising water-levels and learn about how to track, and plan for, these conditions.… SEE MORE

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Study Finds Growing Potential for Toxic Algal Blooms in the Alaskan Arctic

10/27/2021 by US Harbors

Coastal News

Changes in the northern Alaskan Arctic ocean environment have reached a point at which a previously rare phenomenon—widespread blooms of toxic algae—could become more commonplace. These blooms potentially threaten a wide range of marine wildlife and the people who rely on local marine resources for food. That is the conclusion… SEE MORE

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Majority in US Concerned About Climate: AP-NORC/EPIC Poll

10/26/2021 by US Harbors

By Ellen Knickmeyer, Emily Swanson and Nathan Ellgren. WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden heads to a vital U.N. climate summit at a time when a majority of Americans regard the deteriorating climate as a problem of high importance to them, an increase from just a few years ago. About 6 out… SEE MORE

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Drought-stricken California Doused by Major Storm

10/25/2021 by US Harbors

AN FRANCISCO (AP) — A powerful storm barreled toward Southern California after flooding highways, toppling trees and causing mud flows in areas burned bare by recent fires across the northern part of the state. Drenching showers and strong winds accompanied the weekend’s arrival of an atmospheric river — a long… SEE MORE

The first of March brought a fresh batch of snow to the shores of Ripley Neck in Harrington.

Forecasters Predict Warmer Winter for Two-thirds of US

10/24/2021 by US Harbors

By Emma H. Tobin. NEW YORK (AP) — Expect a drier, warmer winter down south and a wetter winter up north, U.S. government forecasters said Thursday. The National Weather Service predicted two-thirds of the U.S. will see above average temperatures from December through February, while the Pacific Northwest and southern… SEE MORE

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The Guide to Boat Insurance

By InsuranceNavy.com You know nothing is like the warm sun and fresh air on the water if you have a boat. You're undoubtedly thankful for all of your aquatic experiences, which makes it all the more important to safeguard your vessel with the right insurance. When you're having fun on… Learn More