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3 storiesnewest firstlatest August 24, 2026
The Canadian government, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, committed $11.3 billion on August 24, 2026 to build six new icebreakers in Quebec, fulfilling a 2019 promise to replace the Coast Guard’s aging fleet.
A Coast Guard tower near Wildwood, NJ, was demolished on August 14, 2026, creating a loud boom heard throughout the surrounding area. The removal was part of efforts to clear obsolete structures and was observed by local residents.
A 54-year-old man missing while jet skiing off Long Beach was rescued alive after an hours‑long Coast Guard search on August 17, 2026, highlighting the agency’s routine role in water rescues.
