PORTLAND (AP) — The Nova Star ferry that runs between Portland and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, is ending an inaugural season that failed to reach passenger goals a few weeks early, officials said Monday.
The ferry will depart Portland for the last time on Oct. 14 instead of Nov. 2, as originally planned, allowing Nova Star Cruises to focus on finding offseason opportunities and returning stronger in the spring.
The 650 passengers hurt by the early cancellation will each get a full refund, along with a free reservation for the remainder of the current season or half-price on a booking next season.
Business got off to a slow start in the spring but is picking up.
After its final run next month, the ferry will reside temporarily in Yarmouth while the company looks for winter work or alternative berthing.
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