The small fishing village of Menemsha is part of Chilmark, but also a world unto itself. Here, multi-generational fleets are devoted to what lies just beyond the shore. Those not employed on the high seas seek their own catches of sorts from the fish markets, restaurants, and small shops. During the busy summer months crowds flock to the public beach for the famous sunsets.

 

Menemsha in the News

Harpooning Swordfish: A Lost Local Tradition?

Baiting the Hook for New Fish Business, Owner Is Good Catch

Menemsha Dock Plan Set for a Vote

Dock Destroyed in Fire Rebuilt, Fishing Village Honors Success

Chaos in Menemsha as Fire Destroys Coast Guard Boathouse

Chilmarks Enacts Size Limit at Charter Dock

The select board voted 2-1 on Dec. 17 to cap the length of boats at the town charter dock to no more than 36 feet after boat owners cited navigation concerns.

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Edgartown Man Faces Charges in Menemsha Crash

John Carbon, 18, pleaded not guilty to charges in Edgartown District Court Monday after he allegedly crashed a car into a utility pole, knocking out power to about 200 people.

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Meet the Fleet Gives Glimpse Into Life at Sea

Dutcher Dock Thursday overflowed with curious visitors vying for a closer look at the vessels that help feed an Island of seafood lovers.

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Menemsha Bakery Stirs Debate About Chain Stores

A plan to open an Iggy's Bread location at the former Bite location in Chilmark raised concerns about changes in the fishing village Tuesday.

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Iggy's Bakery Looks to Take Over The Bite

Cambridge-based Iggy’s Bakery is looking to take over management of The Bite restaurant in Menemsha this summer.

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Chilmark Officials Ponder Menemsha Traffic, Litter

Chilmark residents and town officials convened this week to discuss how best to manage Menemsha’s growing summer tourism. 

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Jenna Victoria Walsh to Wed Luke Hart Liquori

Jenna Victoria Walsh will exchange vows with Luke Hart Liquori on Saturday, Sept. 9.

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Menemsha Mourning Comes to Port

Over a long life I have spent a lot of time — many happy hours — in Menemsha.

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Homeport Construction Stopped

Construction to modify a deck at the Homeport restaurant in Menemsha was halted last week after the Chilmark building department found the new owners hadn’t secured a building permit.

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New Crane Approved for Menemsha Dock

The Martha's Vineyard Fishermen’s Preservation Trust got a provisional go-ahead to build out new infrastructure at the Menemsha commercial dock this week.

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