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Bill to Free Islands from City Goes to Governor

Vineyard Gazette | Friday, September 30 1960 - 9:54am

Only the signature of Governor Furcolo now remains to turn into law the bill setting up a new Steamship Authority with three members, locally appointed, to represent the Vineyard Nantucket, and Falmouth, and with final emancipation from New Bedford.

Steamships and Ferries

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Island Children’s Artwork Selected for Steamship Calendar

Second-grader Boonraksa Montoya and fourth-grader Estelle Mason are among more than a dozen winners in the Steamship Authority’s annual Sail Into Imagination contest for schoolchildren.

Steamship Charts Next Steps

Louisa Hufstader

As the Steamship Authority continues its search for a new general manager, several key department heads this week outlined steps needed to secure a stable future for the ferry line.

Hurricane Erin Expected to Cause Ferry Disruptions, Rip Currents

Ellie Stevenson

Strong winds and high surf conditions from Hurricane Erin are expected to cause disruptions to ferry service to Martha’s Vineyard this week.

SSA Announces Schedule Changes for Road Race, Fireworks

Eloise Christy

The Steamship Authority is warning travelers about changes to the ferry schedules this month due to the Falmouth Road Race and the Oak Bluffs fireworks.

Tisbury Select Board Splits on SSA Term Limits

Louisa Hufstader

The select board voted 2-1 to send a letter to the state senate’s transportation committee, which is currently considering the bill that would restrict SSA board members to no more than three three-year terms.

Steamship Board Raises General Manager’s Salary

Louisa Hufstader

The Steamship Authority board of governors announced Tuesday afternoon they had agreed on a 10.6 per cent raise for general manager Robert Davis, which brings his annual salary to $239,480.