City Pier New London

06/10/2026

A new Connecticut law requires kayaks, canoes and paddleboards to carry their owner's contact information. It's a simple step that helps return lost vessels and prevents unnecessary search-and-rescue responses on our waterways.

DEEP offers free waterproof "If Found" stickers for your boat. Be sure to include two phone numbers, just in case yours takes a swim. Request yours here: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Boating/Safety/If-Found-Sticker

05/30/2026

🚨 Special Maritime Tour Event – May 31 🚨

Tomorrow,Sunday, May 31, from 12 PM – 5 PM, the legendary NY Fireboat Firefighter (fireboat) will be open for public tours at the Custom House Pier.

This historic vessel served with the Fire Department City of New York (FDNY) and played a critical role during 9/11, where it helped pump water for 80 continuous hours at the World Trade Center site.

Come down, step aboard, and see a powerful piece of maritime and firefighting history up close.

05/16/2026

Just another day in the Thames River.

04/24/2026

04/20/2026

Attention boaters have you seen the proposed bridge closures for the summer?
* Conn River Railroad Bridge in Old Saybrook / Old Lyme
* Niantic River Railroad Bridge in East Lyme
* Shaw's Cove Railroad Bridge in New London
* Thames River Railroad Bridge in New London
* Mystic River Railroad Bridge in Mystic
* June 13th, 2026 - 6pm to 9 pm, 10 pm to 11:59pm
* June 16th, 2026 – 3pm to 6 pm, 7pm to 9pm
* June 19th, 2026 – 3pm to 4pm, 5pm to 9pm
* June 23rd, 2026 – 1pm to 3pm, 4pm to 7pm
* June 26th, 2026 – 12pm to 3pm, 4pm to 6pm
* June 29th, 2026 – 1:30pm to 4:30 pm, 5:30pm to 7:30pm
* July 9th, 2026 - 1pm to 4pm, 5pm to 7pm

Amtrak is considering a plan that could keep several railroad bridges along the Connecticut shoreline closed for hours at a time this summer to allow for increased rail service tied to the World Cup in Boston, according to the Old Lyme Harbor Master. The proposal would affect the following railroad....

03/11/2026

🚨 Free course for boat passengers!
Learn what to do if the captain is suddenly unable to operate the vessel.
“Suddenly in Command” – April 25 in Old Saybrook, 9am-12pm.
Presented by US Coast Guard Auxiliary and sponsored by the CT Port Authority.
Grab your spot today! Seats are limited.
https://ctportauthority.com/2026/03/10/suddenly-in-command-course-open-for-registration/

03/07/2026

Mark Your Calendars,
Join us on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at New London Waterfront Park
for the London Motorcycle Club presents Blessing On the Waterfront 🏍️🙏



NLMC

02/23/2026

❄️ WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY: PLEASE STAY OFF THE ROADS ❄️

To ensure the safety of our community and the efficiency of emergency operations, the New London Police Department is advising all residents to remain indoors and stay off the roadways.

Current road conditions are hazardous. Keeping the roads clear is critical to allow:

🚜 Snow clearing crews to plow and salt effectively.

🚓🚒🚑 Emergency services (Police, Fire, EMS) to respond safely and quickly to urgent calls.

Please only travel if it is an absolute emergency or strictly necessary. If you must go out, please exercise extreme caution and give right-of-way to all emergency and maintenance vehicles.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding as we work to keep New London safe.

01/30/2026

01/25/2026

We are kicking off the new year in search of a Boat Operator for the 2026 season on the Thames River. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.

Follow the link below for the detailed job description!

➡ More Info: https://bit.ly/OperatorRFP