News Briefs
Ukrainian Relief
June 2, 2022
The Martha's Vineyard Playhouse begins a benefit art exhibit this weekend for the Ukrainian relief efforts.
Oak Bluffs Man Pleads Guilty in Child Pornography Case
June 2, 2022
Stephen Jenkinson was sentenced to up to four years in state prison last Friday for possession of child pornography in a case that dates to 2020.
Oak Bluffs Names Principal Assessor, Local Inspector
June 2, 2022
The Oak Bluffs select board voted Tuesday to appoint Kristina West as principal assessor, and Adam Petkus as local inspector.
First Fridays Returns to Vineyard Haven on June 3
May 31, 2022
All ages are welcome to enjoy live music, local artists and delicious food from local vendors at First Friday.
Food Trucks Granted Special Permits in West Tisbury
May 28, 2022
Two Island food truck operations were granted permission by the West Tisbury zoning board of appeals Thursday to operate at fixed locations for the rest of the year.
Land Bank Revenues
May 26, 2022
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $349,759.82 for the business week ending on Friday, May 20, 2022.
Best of the Vineyard Opens Up 2022 Season
May 26, 2022
On Wednesday, June 15, the Island business community will gather for the Best of the Vineyard, an annual party hosted by the Martha’s Vineyard magazine.
Artisans Festival
May 26, 2022
The first Artisans Festival of the season moves into the Grange Hall in West Tisbury, on Saturday, May 28 and Sunday May 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Polly Hill Plant Sale
May 26, 2022
The Polly Hill Arboretum plant sale begins May 28 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Edgartown Set to Open Commercial Softshell Clam Season
May 24, 2022
The commercial softshell clam season will open in Edgartown Great Pond in early June, following a vote by the select board Monday.
SSA Closes Oak Bluffs Terminal Tuesday Due to Covid; Ferries Diverted to Vineyard Haven
May 24, 2022
The Steamship Authority’s Oak Bluffs ticket office has been closed to the public due to staffing issues related to Covid, the boat line announced Tuesday.
Felix Neck Announces Youth Climate Action Summit
May 19, 2022
Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary has announced that Island students in grades five through twelve will host the fourth annual Youth Climate Action Summit on Friday, May 27.