News Briefs
West Tisbury Floats New Howes House Funding Plan
May 22, 2023
The new proposed formula would make West Tisbury responsible for 60 per cent of the renovation costs, Chilmark for 30 per cent and Aquinnah for 10 per cent.
Meshacket Wins Affordable Housing Funds
May 19, 2023
The planned Edgartown affordable housing complex was one of 27 projects statewide that won a combined $246 million from the state.
South Water Street Home Hearing Postponed
May 18, 2023
Citing a misprint in the Zoom address mailed to abutting residents, the Edgartown historic district commission has postponed the public hearing for the proposed renovation of 81 South Water street.
SSA Posts Survey, Hosts Open Houses on New Strategic Plan
updated May 18, 2023
As the Steamship Authority embarks on its first strategic plan, the ferry line is seeking comment from the public.
Oak Bluffs Plans for New Town Hall Flagpole
May 17, 2023
The decision to install a new flagpole was made after the select board approved of a new flag policy last week, which allows the flying of non-federally recognized flags on town property.
Meeting House Developers File Notice of Appeal
May 17, 2023
The developers who sought to create a subdivision on the outskirts of Edgartown will appeal a recent superior court ruling that upheld the Martha’s Vineyard Commision’s denial of the project.
Conservation Restriction Placed on 164 Acres in Edgartown
May 16, 2023
The Edgartown selectmen voted this week to accept a conservation restriction that will be placed on 164 acres of land held by the Kohlberg family.
Airport Approves $11M Budget
May 12, 2023
Another strong budget surplus is expected for the Martha’s Vineyard Airport this year, airport officials said this week.
Trustees to Sell OSV Permits Starting May 14
May 12, 2023
The announcement came after a long road of regulatory challenges for the statewide land conservancy.
Alexander Baynes Promoted to Commander
May 12, 2023
Commander Alexander B. Baynes of the United States Navy was promoted to his present rank on Oct. 1, 2022 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Island Water Systems Win State Award
May 12, 2023
The Martha's Vineyard Airport and the Edgartown water systems were honored by the state Department of Environmental Protection this week.
Aquinnah Passes Up-Island School Money
May 12, 2023
Aquinnah voters approved a $110,000 debt exclusion question to fund their share of the Up-Island Regional School District budget at the annual town election Thursday.