FOGO ISLAND, N.L. — It's hoped a second ferry that started today will ease what critics have called a "nightmare" commute in recent weeks to one of Newfoundland's hottest tourism draws — Fogo Island.
Town councillor Maureen Lynch says there have been scores of cancellations as ferry passengers waited up to eight hours for the MV Veteran.
It came back in service earlier this month after mechanical issues but the latest problem has been longer loading times and a spike in traffic.
Lynch says the town urged the provincial government back in May to have a two-vessel service ready for the busy summer tourist season.
Transportation Minister Al Hawkins says a second ferry wasn't available until today because of maintenance requirements.
He says he understands the frustration of both locals and visitors and is reviewing the entire ferry service to see how it should be improved.
