Before the invention of anchor chain ships used hemp rope, which often broke and put lives in danger.As the size of ships increased hemp rope anchor cables were not strong enough, and in hot ...

No need for a compass. Here's why some RI towns have directions in their names Thousands visit Newport on a cruise annually. This is the largest ship to ever anchor Why was a beloved, 80-year-old ...

The town and pier owner are at odds over the legality of a cruise ship ordinance the town voted to keep during the November election.

Before the invention of anchor chain ships used hemp rope, which often broke and put lives in danger.As the size of ships increased hemp rope anchor cables were not strong enough, and in hot ...