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The commission struggled with Martha’s Vineyard Shipyard’s proposal to build a boat repair workshop and 5,000-square foot outdoor boat storage pad on Holmes Hole Road, saying the project was an economic benefit for the community but also raised environmental concerns.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Gustavo Mroczkoski on Sept. 17 in Oak Bluffs. This is the fourth ICE arrest on the Vineyard in two months.
Martha’s Vineyard Hospital is one of several hospitals facing a shortage of IV fluid after flooding from Hurricane Helene forced one of the country’s primary manufacturers to close.
Suzanne de Passe, a longtime seasonal Island resident, will be honored at the Cleveland-based museum for her nearly 60-year career in television, music and film.
Islanders will have a chance to air their concerns about the management of the Manuel F. Correllus state forest next week when state officials hold a public meeting on the Vineyard.
Hurricane Relief Drive
October 4, 2024
The American Legion Hall in Vineyard Haven is hosting a relief drive to help residents of Lincolnton County, Ga. who are dealing with the after effects of Hurricane Helene.
West Tisbury Weighs Draft Short-Term Rental Rules
October 3, 2024
The West Tisbury select board is considering putting the final touches on new short-term rental regulations passed at town meeting earlier this year.
ICE Arrests Two Men For Crimes in Home Countries
updated October 1, 2024
On Sept. 17, ICE arrested a 50-year-old Salvadoran man wanted for “crimes against humanity,” and a 36-year-old Brazilian man wanted for international drug trafficking.
Appeals Court Dismisses Chappy Cell Tower Challenge
September 30, 2024
Chappaquiddick property owners Dana and Robert Strayton have for years been fighting a 115-foot cell tower on a nearby property, claiming the tower had an adverse impact on their views, safety and property values.
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From the Oct. 2, 1942 edition of the Vineyard Gazette:
Although the Vineyard joined with New Bedford in mourning the departure of the old whaleship Charles W. Morgan from Round Hills to her new and probably permanent berth at Mystic, Conn., the present aspect of the ancient ship should serve to cheer both places in view of the splendid job that has been done in securing her, and in the promising start that has been made toward her restoration.
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