Two teenagers drown in canals
THE hot weather tempting teenagers into the waterways is again having tragic results with two more drownings.
Doesn't have the necessary equipment
THE delay to the repair of paddles on a lock was due to not having the necessary equipment!
'Winter Work' on Calder & Hebble
THERE is a warning of the lack of water on the Calder & Hebble.
Victor gives the chance for a laugh
DEAR Damien, he of the Boaters Update is giving us all a laugh this month—and don't we need it?
Northern navigations closing down
BOTH the Huddersfield Narrow and the Caldon canals are shortly to be closed, Canal & River Trust warn
Boaters' pet cat had three pellets in its head
A BOATERS' pet cat was found left unconscious with pellets in its head on the towpath by her boat.
Accountability of the Canal & River Trust
A FEW days ago, Labour MP for Halton, Derek Twigg, secured an adjournment debate on 'Accountability of the Canal and River Trust', writes Allan Richards.
More London Grand Union canalside development
THE Paddington Arm approach into central London has seen many changes in the last 30 years, writes Roger Fox.
Little hope for Macclesfield or Peak Forest flights reopening
THE prolonged period of dry weather means there is little chance of either Marple or Bosley flights reopening any time soon.
A picture is worth...
IT'S A WHILE since venting my spleen regarding the state of the inland waterways under this Charitable Trust, writes Brian Jarrett.