News Briefs
New SSA Treasurer
May 25, 2017
The Steamship Authority has named Gerard J. Murphy as treasurer/comptroller for the boat line.
Mr. Murphy replaces Bob Davis, who will become SSA general manager when Wayne Lamson retires at the end of June. Mr. Murphy will start work on May 31 as treasurer-elect before becoming the official treasurer/comptroller on July 1, a press release said.
Island Book Contest Winners Are Youthful Bunch
May 25, 2017
The Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of the 2017-18 Island Book cover art contest.
Please Adopt Us
May 25, 2017
The shelter has a new resident. Her name is Holly and she’s a four-year-old gray and black tabby.
Fishing Events Benefits Family of Luke Gurney
May 25, 2017
The Luke for Fluke fishing tournament will take place Saturday and Sunday, July 8 and July 9.
Scholastic Press Association Awards
May 25, 2017
Daniel Sharkovitz and Nelson Sigelman won awards from the New England Scholastic Press Association at its annual conference.
True Colors Dance
May 25, 2017
The Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School is hosting a True Colors Ball at the Yard on Friday, May 26.
Bob Hawkeye Jacobs Memorial Fishing Derby
May 25, 2017
The Dick’s Bait & Tackle annual Memorial Day derby has been renamed the Bob Hawkeye Jacobs Derby.
Spring into Summer at Louisa Gould Gallery
May 25, 2017
The Louisa Gould Gallery is gearing up for its 15th summer season with a gallery reception on Sunday, May 28.
Garrison Keillor Kicks Off Concert Series
May 25, 2017
The MV Concert Series kicks off with Garrison Keillor on Sunday, May 28 at the Performing Arts Center.
March for Heroes
May 25, 2017
Get in the true spirit of Memorial Day with the Martha’s Vineyard March for Heroes ruck sack march on May 27.
Hungry for Baseball; Martha's Vineyard Sharks Season Starts
May 25, 2017
The Martha’s Vineyard Sharks and the collegiate baseball league are back, with opening day on Thursday, June 1.
Regional High School Honor Roll
May 22, 2017
Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School has announced the third quarter honor roll for the 2016-2017 school year.