Mary Oliver
The wind wags its many tails. And in the evening the piled firewood shifts a little, longing to be on its way. —Mary Oliver
September 7, 2001
Clearing Begins in State Forest: Critics Request Court Injunction
Work began on the fire breaks in the Manuel F. Corellus State Forest this week, with the blessing of the state attorney general but over the protests of a watchdog group which promises to seek a court injunction today.
Island Leaders Act to Block Decisions on Fast Ferry Service to New Bedford
Island Leaders Act to Block Decisions on Fast Ferry Service to New Bedford
By JULIA WELLS and JOSHUA SABATINI
In an unexpected move that marks a new turn in the road for the Steamship Authority, the All-Island Selectmen’s Association voted without dissent this week to tell the Vineyard boat line governor…
Justice System Often Fails in Rape Cases
Justice System Often Fails in Rape Cases
By MANDY LOCKE
When asked about their experiences with the criminal justice system, the women paused and then broke the silence with strained laughter.
For the four sexual assault and rape survivors who offered their stories to the Gazette with the promise…
Selectmen Support Tough Moped Laws
Selectmen Support Tough Moped Laws
All-Island Selectmen Association Hears Emotional Appeal To Pressure Boston to End Carnage on Island Roads
By JOSHUA SABATINI
After listening to a presentation by Sam Feldman of the Mopeds Are Dangerous Committee, the All-Island Selectmen Association unanimously decided to support legislation that would require…
County-Hospital Deal Ignites Controversy
The county manager and the chief executive officer at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital scrambled to contain the damage this week after the surprise revelation last week that the county will collect a $50,000 fee on an unusual contract that will funnel some $500,000 in taxpayer money into the hospital.
The taxpayer money is…
School Bells Ring for 2,400 Island Children
The school children waiting at the ends of driveways Thursday morning confirmed what the empty shelves of school supplies at area stores suggested earlier this week. Nearly 2,400 Island children – filled with stories from summer adventures – headed back to school yesterday. And there to welcome each and every one were eager teachers and…
