Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The MV Northern Venture arrived in Ludington harbor Sunday evening, attracting many spectators. The 508-foot ship arrived from Sarnia, Ontario. The Northern Venture features four cargo holds sloped at 50 degrees with large gates to improve cargo flow. It’s self-discharging machinery consists of 40 hydraulic gates, two tunnel conveyors, two transfer conveyors to…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Members of Ludington Fire Department spent the weekend practicing various rescue techniques with an emphasis on high-rise rescue. On Saturday, firefighters practiced on the roof of OJ DeJonge Middle School and also at the Donald Baldwin Community Pool. On Sunday, they practiced rappelling from the west water tower. _______________ Please Support…
By Alan Neushwander, Contributing Writer. LUDINGTON — The following were recently arraigned in Mason County’s 79th District Court: Felonies -Sebastian Aaron James Cooper, 19; first-degree criminal sexual conduct (victim under the age of 13), two counts of domestic violence, and assaulting/resisting/obstructing a police officer; arrested Aug. 17 by Mason County Sheriff’s Office; arraigned Aug. 19; preliminary hearing: Sept. 4; bail:…
LUDINGTON — Lake Michigan Carferry has cancelled the Sunday morning crossing of the S.S. Badger due to a required engine repair. The ship is expected to sail on schedule Sunday evening, departing Ludington at 8:45 p.m. This is the second cancellation of the service for the summer due to mechanical issues, which is fairly typical. The ship’s sailing was also…
Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — As a photographer and carferry history buff, I am always in pursuit of a unique image of the S.S. Badger. Seeing it depart Ludington at sunset only happens this time of year (it actually now leaves about 12 minutes after sunset), at 8:45 p.m.. Sunset tonight is at 8:33 p.m. This summer the…
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