News Briefs
Island Poet Reads Online
October 24, 2020
The West Tisbury Library presents an online poetry reading with local poet Amarylis Douglas, Wednesday at 5 p.m.
Racial Justice Program Launches
October 24, 2020
A series of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs for the Island community begins this month, sponsored by the Martha's Vineyard Nonprofit Collaborative.
MV Bank Awards $80,500 to Nonprofits
October 24, 2020
The Martha’s Vineyard Bank Charitable Foundation has awarded $80,500 in grants and donations to 10 nonprofits on Martha's Vineyard and in Falmouth.
Voter Registration Rally Saturday
October 24, 2020
This afternoon's rally at Five Corners begins at 2 p.m. on the final day of registration for the Nov. 3 election.
Veterans, Service Members Offered Free SSA Tickets Nov. 11
October 23, 2020
On Veterans Day, the Steamship Authority will provide free tickets to active service members and veterans, in what is now an annual event.
Red Stocking Applications Go Online
October 23, 2020
The Red Stocking Fund is taking applications from Island families online through Nov. 30.
Mini-LadyFest to Stream Online
October 23, 2020
A sold-out performance at the Martha's Vineyard Museum Oct. 29 will stream live on Facebook.
Nantucket Newspaper Returns to Local Ownership
October 22, 2020
After 30 years of corporate ownership, the Nantucket Inquirer and Mirror will be sold to an island-based ownership group.
More Pandemic Aid for Fishermen
October 20, 2020
Fuel assistance for commercial fishermen will be available by application this winter, the Martha’s Vineyard Fishermen’s Preservation Trust announced.
Seed Swap Returns Saturday
October 20, 2020
The West Tisbury Library hosts a seed collection event Saturday afternoon to restock the emptied Community Seed Library.
TicketsMV.com Bows Out
October 19, 2020
The Vineyard's local events-ticketing agency has gone out of business, according to an announcement from its owner.
Aquinnah Sets Dates for Special Town Meeting, Scallop Season
October 15, 2020
Family scalloping begins Nov. 1 and a special town meeting will be held Nov. 14 in Aquinnah.