News Briefs
ADU Lawsuit Dismissed
June 29, 2026
A legal fight over an accessory dwelling unit in Edgartown was settled between the owner and the town this spring before it went to trial.
Recent Real Estate Transactions for Week Ending June 18
June 26, 2026
Angela Knapp and Gregory P. Knapp purchased 35 Mariners Way in Edgartown from Gary A. Schellner Trust, Jeffery W. Schellner Trust, Jennifer S. Rako Trust and Susan W. Stevenson 2005 Family Trust for $1,600,000 on June 18.
Federal Blizzard Relief Available to Island Businesses
June 22, 2026
Island businesses and other organizations affected by February’s blizzard will have an opportunity to receive relief after the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) last week approved Gov. Maura Healy’s request for federal assistance.
Recent Real Estate Transactions for Week Ending June 12
June 19, 2026
Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank Commission purchased Clevelandtown Road-off in Edgartown from David G. Makowski and Terri East for $50,000 on June 9.
Vineyard Golf Club Expansion Clears MVC
June 16, 2026
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission has approved an expansion project for the Vineyard Golf Club in Edgartown, which is planning to build a new, freestanding pro shop, a cart barn and a loading dock.
Tisbury Approves Entertainment License for New Restaurant
June 12, 2026
Night life options in Vineyard Haven are set to expand this summer, with the Tisbury select board’s unanimous approval on Tuesday of an entertainment license for live music at The Wave Restaurant & Bar on Beach Road.
Recent Real Estate Transactions for Week Ending June 5
June 12, 2026
Imhbeach MV LLC. purchased Goff Beach off Moshup Trail in Aquinnah from Jeffrey Singer Trust, Susan Galford Trust, Zachary Singer Irrevocable Trust and Emily Singer Irrevocable Trust for $395,000 on June 5.
Please Adopt: Week Ending June 12
June 12, 2026
Meet our pet of the week, Pippi. Pippi is a six-year-old, spayed tabby cat. She is an indoor cat who is not fond of young children or other animals so would do best as an only pet.
Road Work Begins on State Road
June 9, 2026
On, Tuesday, June 9, MassDOT will begin doing comprehensive paving work on State Road in West Tisbury, between the intersections of Stoney Hill Road and Davis Look Road.
Jacqueline Morby Helped Make a Difference
June 5, 2026
Jacqueline Morby taught her daughter Michelle many things. Some were her secrets to life: always dance, read poetry often, find a partner who is curious and loves adventure.
Recent Real Estate Transactions for Week Ending May 29
June 5, 2026
William Bihrle, Jacqulyn Bihrle, Joshua Johnson and Marian Johnson purchased 116,122 and 124 Old Farm Road in Chilmark from Robert L. Green Trust and Allerton Farm Realty Trust for $3,700,000 on May 28.
Samuel Arrives
June 5, 2026
Graciela Brito and Fabio Brito, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a son, Samuel Bozan Brito, born on June 30 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Samuel weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces at birth.