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The retired coxswain of the Aith lifeboat has been left over £700 out of pocket after admitting shouting and swearing and smashing a car windscreen. Hylton Henry, 55, of Kulster, Aith admitted repeatedly banging on a door at an address in Skeld on 21st March this year. He also pleaded guilty ... Read more...
The Aith lifeboat has a new coxswain, all-round sailing and boating enthusiast Adam James from the Isle of Wight. He replaces the long-serving Hylton Henry who retired recently, 28 years after taking over from his father Kenny who held the role for 19 years. Mr James has been welcomed to t... Read more...
From a young age Hylton has been spending his time on the sea in his Dad's fishing boat and also on the Aith Lifeboat, joining his dad, who was Coxwain for trips. Hylton has just retired from serving as Aith Lifeboat's Coxswain for 28 years and speaks to podcast host Marjolein about his service. Read more...
He has been associated with the Aith lifeboat for decades, but Hylton Henry will finally seek a safe haven when he moors up for the last time next year. The 54-year-old is retiring after 27 years as coxswain. Mr Henry says his life at sea has been more than just a job. He said his career on the ... Read more...