Dylan Thomas
The birds of the winged trees flying my name Above the farms and the white horses I rose in rainy autumn And walked abroad in a shower of all my days. – Dylan Thomas
December 28, 2001
Vineyard Explores Composting Options
While the Martha’s Vineyard Refuse Disposal and Resource Recovery District committee negotiates costs, facility capacity and logistics with the Rhode Island-based Waste Options company to build a composting facility on the Island, many Islanders seek answers to more basic questions.
Year 2001 Leaves Vineyard with an Uneven Record of Loss and Deep Division
When campers from the Vineyard’s own Camp Jabberwocky went on an unusual tour in Canada this year, their slogan was a single question that was at once jocular and earnest. “How’s your news?” they inquired in on-the-street interviews with everyday people.
As the year 2001 comes to a close, it is perhaps an…
Economic Difficulties Leave Uncertain Outlook at Year’s End
Start talking to people about the state of the Vineyard economy, and you can detect an edginess, an air of concern that mirrors the condition of a nation in the midst of recession, war and ongoing fear of terrorism.
Tisbury Inn Faces Demolition; Water Heater Blamed for Blaze
The owners of the Tisbury Inn plan to demolish the old building early in February, with an eye toward building a new hotel and health center. Susan Goldstein, who with her husband Sherman owns the inn, said yesterday they are talking with local contractors about taking down what remains of the complex, at the head…
Last Night, First Day Festivities Expand Stage to Celebrate Launch
The eighth annual New Year’s Eve celebration in Tisbury has a new look, mixing highlights of years past – the hat parade, fireworks, Marcus the Magician – with brand-new events over a two-day period.
Effort to Open Pathway to Sea Hindered by Windy Weather, Surf and Tide
Shellfish constable Paul Bagnall oversaw the opening of Oyster Pond and Edgartown Great Pond to the sea on Wednesday, but Thursday’s unfavorable wind and surf conspired to close both openings.
Mr. Bagnall said he may try to make the cuts sometime in January if he is presented with a good opportunity; otherwise, he…
