News Briefs
High School Digs in to MCAS Data
November 11, 2024
The regional high school is analyzing the results of the annual Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System test scores, principal Sara Dingledy told the school committee last week.
MVC Allows Oak Bluffs Home Demolition
November 8, 2024
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission Thursday approved an Oak Bluffs property owner’s request to tear down a dilapidated cottage on Oak avenue.
Sense of Wonder Fall Classes
November 7, 2024
The Sense of Wonder Creations Art Studio is beginning its fall art classes for children ages 6 to 14.
Land Bank Revenues: Week Ending Nov. 1
November 7, 2024
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $280,944 for the business week ending on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024.
Community Foundation Grants Give Nonprofits a Boost
November 7, 2024
The Martha’s Vineyard Community Foundation will award $530,000 to 46 local nonprofits this year through its Community & Impacts Grant program.
Winter Shelter Opens
October 31, 2024
The overnight winter shelter run by Harbor Homes Martha’s Vineyard begins Nov. 1.
Golden Ticket
October 31, 2024
Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce has launched a Golden Ticket program to help boost local shopping during the holiday season.
Eversource Looks to Meet Growing Energy Needs
October 30, 2024
Eversource has proposed two new projects that the company said will help meet growing energy demands on the Island and reduce carbon emissions.
Land Bank Revenues: Week Ending Oct. 18
October 24, 2024
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $778,199 for the business week ending on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024.
Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending Oct. 18
October 24, 2024
Stig Leschly purchased Oxcart Road in Aquinnah from Thomas C. Chase Trust and Ox Cart Road Nominee Trust for $100,000 on Oct.15.
Record of Cases Heard in Edgartown District Court
October 24, 2024
The following cases were heard in Edgartown district court.
Library Improvements Top Tisbury Special Town Meeting
October 23, 2024
At the meeting Dec. 17, voters will be asked to approve more than $8 million for library improvements.