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The second best ferrys parody account...IN THE WORLD “Parody is the last refuge of the frustrated writer.” - Ernest Hemingway "Satire is a sort of mirror glass, wherein beholders do generally discover everybody's face but their own." - Jonathan Swift

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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 16h
AHOY THERE! IT'S NATIONAL COFFEE DAY! WHAT MAKES THE FERRYS GO. #NationalCoffeeDay
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
AHOY THERE! IT'S STRAWBERRY CREME PIE DAY ON THE FERRYS! EXCELLENT WITH A FRAGOLI KIR #StrawberryCreamPieDa
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
AHOY THERE! FERRYS TO THE RESCUE!
wcti12.com
Emergency Stumpy Point-Rodanthe ferry service begins Sunday as N.C. 12 remains closed
MANNS HARBOR, N.C. — The N.C. Department of Transportation plans to begin emergency ferry service between Stumpy Point and Rodanthe while storm damage keeps par
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
AHOY THERE! "... ♫ ♩ ♫ MONEY, MONEY, MONEY, IN A FERRYMAN'S WORLD ♫ ♩ ♫ ..."
marinelog.com
FERRIES 2026 panel tackles funding for ferry projects
Helping Maritime Professionals Make Informed Decisions
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
AHOY THERE! WHEN ONLY THE FERRY CAN GET THROUGH "N.C.'S Ferry Division will soon begin emergency ferry service between Stumpy Point and Rodanthe, providing a transportation link between Hatteras Island and the North Carolina" LINKY: www.ncdot.gov/news/p...
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
AHOY THERE!
komonews.com
Washington State Ferries tops 7 million summer riders, most since 2019
Washington State Ferries carried more than 7 million riders from June 14 through Saturday, its highest summer ridership since 2019, the Washington State Departm
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
AHOY THERE! CAUGHT IN THE MIDDLE
ctvnews.ca
Will the ferry between Nova Scotia and Maine be discontinued?
There is still no contract for 'The Cat' – the Yarmouth-based ferry that runs between Nova Scotia and Bar Harbor, Maine – to operate next year.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
AHOY THERE! IT'S NATIONAL PANCAKE DAY ON THE FERRYS! #NationalPancakeDay
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
AHOY THERE! THAR' SHE BLOWS! "Gusty winds from a potential Nor'easter could hit the region beginning Thursday, disrupting ferry service surrounding Cape Cod and the Islands"
nantucketcurrent.com
Nantucket Braces For Rare September Nor'Easter
Nantucket Current is the island's leading online news source. We deliver the news, stories, and people of Nantucket, unbiased and unfiltered.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
AHOY THERE! "The turntable ferry between Kylerhea on Skye and Glenelg on the Scottish mainland faces financial uncertainty as the "absentee owner" of Kylerhea Estate exercises a much forgotten and little understood legal right to claim an annual share of the ferry business"
heraldscotland.com
Community lobbies MPs and MSPs over ‘ludicrous' law endangering historic ferry route
Campaigners have called on politicians to step in to help a tiny West Coast community which has to pay thousands of pounds each year to an…
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
AHOY THERE! WATSA MATTA - GO'MENT CAN'T RUN FERRYS?! “They are finally getting a ferry system they can rely on,” said Landry. “Bringing in a private company like LabMar will create a more reliable and efficient system for the people who depend on this ferry every day.”
kplctv.com
State finalizes agreement to privatize Cameron Ferry after 60 years of service
After more than 60 years of state management, Louisiana officials have finalized an agreement to privatize the Cameron Ferry and transfer operations to a private maritime company.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
AHOY THERE! MISTER MXYZPTLK WOULD UNDERSTAND “Seeing Island xwsaĺux̌ul and Island sarlequun in service is an important moment,” said Xum’silum, of Snuneymuxw First Nation.' CHEK IT:
cheknews.ca
New BC Ferries vessels honour Snuneymuxw First Nation with gifted names
Two new BC Ferries vessels carrying names gifted by Snuneymuxw First Nation are now in service between Nanaimo and Gabriola Island.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
AHOY THERE! THE ROUND TOIT PRINCIPLE: YOUR TAX DOLLARS FINALLY WORKING
vashonbeachcomber.com
Tahlequah traffic camera moves forward - Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
Ferry advocate calls camera a “game changer” for islanders.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
AHOY THERE! NOW THAT FERRY IS A TALL BOY wydaily.com/latest/2...
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
AHOY THERE! IT'S NATIONAL CHERRIES JUBILEE DAY ON THE FERRYS! #NationCherriesJubileeDay
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
AHOY THERE! NEW LUMMI FERRY FINALLY Public Works says the $25M grant from the Maritime Administration will be used in two ways: “One is going to be construction of the new ferry vessel, and then the other is going to be doing terminal improvements for new vessel.” LINKY: mynorthwest.com/chok...
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
AHOY THRE! JINGS! CRIVVINS! HELP MA BOAB! - SCOTTISH FERRYS "CalMac, which earlier this month warned of a challenging two years due to its ageing fleet, has apologised to its customers. It is having to redeploy ferries from their usual routes to cover other services."
bbc.com
Anger grows at latest CalMac ferry disruption
Islanders tell of threats to tourism and a disrupted wedding as the ageing fleet is hit by more problems.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
AHOY THERE! DO THE (USED FERRY) HUSTLE! www.royalgazette.com... each/
royalgazette.com
Two ferries sell for almost $313,000 each
A Florida-based company bought two of Bermuda’s fast ferries for almost $313,000 each in July, The Royal Gazette has learnt. The Gazette requested copies of the bills of sale for the original Warbaby ...
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
AHOY THERE! NEW TERMINAL IN JERSEY CITY
abc7ny.com
Ribbon-cutting ceremony set for Liberty State Park ferry terminal
The multi-million-dollar facility is designed to dock multiple emergency vehicles.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
AHOY THERE! IT’S NATIONAL PUNCTUATION DAY ON THE FERRYS! ALL HAIL THE MIGHTY: . ? ! , ; – — ( ) [ ] { } < > “ ” % & WITHOUT PUNCTUATION, ASCII ART WOULD BE IMPOSSIBLE. #NationalPunctuationDay
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
AHOY THERE! ONE CAN ONLY DREAM...
mauinow.com
Maui County-run ferry service aims to launch for Lāna‘i next year, Moloka‘i in 2029 | Maui Now
Ferry service is a critical option in a county where residents often travel between islands for jobs, doctor’s appointments, shopping and sports.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
AHOY THERE! COST OF FREE TRIP ON STATEN ISLAND FERRY DOUBLES ? "During his campaign to become the city’s 112th mayor, Mamdani touted the ferry’s free service as a model for other transit options around the city." www.silive.com/news/...
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
AHOY THERE! MAKE A CHANGE, CUE THE PROBLEMS “GP apps are taking people around the queuing line, not letting people know about the line so they end up at the terminal. At the booth, the attendant tells them, ‘No, you have to go back up the hill and get a ticket.’ LINKY: mynorthwest.com/chok...
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
AHOY THERE! IT'S EARTH WIND AND FIRE DAY ON THE FERRYS! #EarthWindAndFireDay
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
AHOY THERE! IT'S NATIONAL 'TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY' ON THE FERRYS! CIDER FOR THE LITTLE SCALLYWAGS, RHUM OR GROG FOR MOM AND DAD!
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
AHOY THERE! WHEN THERE IS ONLY ONE (AND NOW NOW NONE) FERRY "2026 has been disastrous, with service being withdrawn altogether, due to the ongoing problems with Loch Portain and the normal replacement vessel, the smaller Loch Bhrusda, required elsewhere in the network."
stornowaygazette.co.uk
‘Ghost town’ – the stark effect of no ferry on the Sound of Harris
After a summer of disruption on the Sound of Harris ferry service, business owners reliant on the passing trade have reported that they have effectively been forced to write off this year, having suffered a severe financial hit.​
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
AHOY THERE! CHINA ZORILLA ARRIVES IN URUGUAY; WORLDS LARGEST ELECTRIC FERRY HAS ARRIVED AT ITS HOME PORT
tovima.com
World's Largest Electric Ferry Arrives at Its New Home - tovima.com
The 426-foot China Zorrilla, powered by a 40 MWh battery, can carry 2,100 passengers and 225 vehicles between Uruguay and Argentina
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
AHOY THERE! WELL, IT IS STILL FLOATING "Pete Davidson and Colin Jost Say It’s Been ‘Fun Proving People Wrong’ About Purchasing Ferry: ‘Will Be on Our Joint Gravestone’" LINK: people.com/pete-davi...
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
AHOY THERE! EBY SAYS B.C. FERRIES TO BE BUILT IN B.C.! “Workers and the public asked for ships built here, and today we got a commitment,” said Eric McNeely, president of the B.C. Ferry & Marine Workers’ Union and part of the Build Them Here coalition."
abbynews.com
Eby suspends planned B.C. PST expansion, pledges future ferries to be built locally - Abbotsford News
Policy course corrections comes as election speculation hits fever pitch
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
AHOY THERE! OOPSIE!
capecodtimes.com
Three Steamship ferries sidelined for lapsed inspections and licenses
Three Steamship Authority ferries were sidelined after missing required inspections and certifications, a breakdown one manager called 'indefensible.'
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
AHOY THERE! BUT IT'S A FERRY!
ack.net
SSA struggles: Administrative miscues, mechanical issues disrupt ferry service
(Sept. 15, 2026) A tsunami of operational miscues and mechanical issues has rocked the Steamship Authority this month. Missed mandatory U.S. Coast Guard inspections, expired licenses and mechanical woes have
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
AHOY THERE! SLOW DOWN = FERRYS?
luxurylifestylemag.co.uk
Slow down and enjoy the journey with Brittany Ferries | Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
Brittany Ferries' newest cruise-ferries are a far cry from the old days, boasting plush sea-view cabins, private lounges, and a selection of sophisticated restaurants and bars.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
AHOY THERE! KNOCKING SUCCESS
crainsnewyork.com
Op-ed: How NY ferry system can unlock housing development - Crain's New York Business
NYCEDC should stop funding the ferry like a tourist attraction and integrate it into the commuter network.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
AHOY THERE! JINGS! CRIVVINS! HELP MA BOAB! - SCOTTISH FERRYS
maritime-executive.com
More Problems for Scotland’s Ferry Replacement Program
Scotland’s plan for the modernization and improvement of its vital ferries continues to encounter problems, with more reports of delays and cost overr...
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
AHOY THERE! WELL BLOW ME DOWN
sookenewsmirror.com
Georgia Strait wind warning puts morning South Island BC Ferries trip at risk - Sooke News Mirror
the 6 a.m. leaving Tsawwasen and 8 a.m. leaving Swartz Bay in North Saanich are at risk of cancellation
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
AHOY THERE! IT'S NATIONAL MAYFLOWER DAY ON THE FERRYS! HARD TACK ANYONE? (P.S. WE’RE LOOKING FOR A NEW BANNER VENDOR) #MayflowerDay
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
AHOY THERE! CELEBRATING 100 YEARS
grandhaventribune.com
Car Ferry
The 100-year anniversary of the cable ferry Charlevoix was observed at Ironton, Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 12. The Charlevoix is a local product, built in 1926 by the Johnston Brothers
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
AHOY THERE! CAN'T THEY JUST PHONE? "Several delays and cancellations on the Vineyard route Saturday after the M/V Island Home was taken out of service due to an expired radiotelephony certification."
vineyardgazette.com
Paperwork Problems Create Headaches for Ferry Passengers
The Steamship Authority is promising improvements in the ferry line’s recordkeeping after paperwork and administrative lapses forced the company to abruptly pull two vessels out of service this
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
AHOY THERE! LET'S DO THE MATH
ctmirror.org
How many people ride CT's historic river ferries?
Rides on the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry and the Rocky Hill Ferry last only a few minutes, but they're popular with commuters and sightseers alike.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
AHOY THERE! BAD VIBRATIONS
timescolonist.com
B.C. Ferries sailings cancelled on Tuesday due to mechanical problems
Two B.C. Ferries sailings between Swartz Bay and Tsawwassen were cancelled, while problems with the Gabriola ferry saw multiple sailings cancelled.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
AHOY THERE! SURGING DEMAND FOR THE FAMOUS LOGANBERRY LIQUEUR?
whidbeynewstimes.com
Whidbey ferries see a summer surge - Whidbey News-Times
The Mukilteo-Clinton route alone carried more than 400,000 riders in August.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
AHOY THERE! BRAVO ZULU SPIRIT OF BRITISH COLUMBIA AND COASTAL RENAISSANCE “'Two people who were aboard a fishing vessel that sank were safely recovered from the water and transported to Tsawwassen terminal' said a spokesperson."
cheknews.ca
BC Ferries sailings delayed after marine rescue near Tsawwassen
A marine rescue outside the Tsawwassen ferry terminal Sunday afternoon is causing delays on several sailings between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
AHOY THERE! THE LONGEST FERRY RIDE... "China Zorrilla arrives from Tasmania in her new port."
interestingengineering.com
World's largest electric ship with 5,000 batteries reaches new port
The world's largest electric ferry, powered by a 40 MWh battery, has arrived in Uruguay after traveling thousands of miles from Tasmania.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
AHOY THERE! WHO'S FLYING THE PLANE?, ER, BOAT? "A failed handoff of engine control between bridge stations caused a Québec ferry to hit a wharf. Investigators also found that the operator had not fully dealt with the risks after replacing the vessel's engine and controls."
maritime-executive.com
Report: Failed Control Transfer Caused Ferry to Hit Dock, Injuring Two
A failed handoff of engine control between bridge stations caused a Québec ferry to hit a wharf in October 2024, injuring five people, according to a...
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
AHOY THERE! FERRYS 2026 IS COMING TO SEATTLE WE'RE SPEAKING ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND FERRYS! "North America’s premier gathering for the ferry market & operators. Industry stakeholders come together for improving operations, increasing ridership and enhancing efficiency.
marinelog.com
FERRIES 2026: What ferry owners should know before they build
Helping Maritime Professionals Make Informed Decisions
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
AHOY THERE! LITTLE MORTALS, YOU FLEE THE AUTUMN DARKNESS IN YOUR IRON CHARIOTS, YET THE DARKNESS TRAVELS WITH YOU.
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
AHOY THERE! :(
seattletransitblog.com
Kitsap Transit adds bus service, reduces ferry service in Fall service change
Kitsap Transit bus passengers will benefit from an additional 619 trips each week. Kitsap Transit’s Fall 2026 service change began yesterday, September 12. This change brings significant incr…
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
AHOY THERE! AGILE M/V SEALTH THAT MUCH HEEL ON A TURN WITH PASSENGERS ABOARD WOULD CERTAINLY WAKE UP THE SLEEPERS!
westseattleblog.com
SEEN OFF WEST SEATTLE: M/V Sealth, getting ready to return to service
Thanks for the tip and photo! If you noticed the state ferry M/V Sealth
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
AHOY THERE! ALL THE LEAVES ARE BROWN, AND THE SKY IS GRAY - NO, NOT YET!
theorcasonian.com
Fall sailing schedule begins Sunday, September 20
||| FROM WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES ||| Our fall sailing schedule starts Sunday, Sept. 20 and lasts through Dec. 26.   Port Townsend/Coupeville: The route will continue two-boat service until Oct. 5, when it
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WSFerrys @wsferrys.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
AHOY THERE! HIVED OFF “It’s incomprehensible that a major publicly-funded purchase like this would simply be hived off to China because it’s easier and possibly cheaper,” said economist Jim Stanford
vancouversun.com
B.C. sent its next ferries to China. A new report says that was a $1.5B missed opportunity
The report found B.C. could not have built the new ferries at existing shipyards as quickly, but sending work overseas has long-term costs.
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