Original sentence: For operating without a licensed operator the ferry was fined $8000, which it could appeal.On December 12, 2008, passengers were evacuated from the ferry when it became stuck shortly after 8:10 a.On September 13, 2006, the United States Coast Guard ordered White's Ferry to be shut down because the operator was unlicensed.The ferry continued to operate in spite of the order.The next day the Coast Guard allowed the ferry to resume operations after the owners assured the Coast Guard that there would be licensed individuals on the vessel.during a routine crossing from Maryland to Virginia
Edited sentence: It was a fantastc day, a great outing, full of wonderful young men and women who have made tremendous personal sacrifices for our country and our freedom.May 30, 2009.This was sponsored by the town of Poolesville, MD, and many others.We look forward to having them again next year.White's Ferry hosted the Wounded Warriors, who are disabled service men and women from Walter Reed Hospital, to a day of music, food, fishing, and rides on the Ferry