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
March 4, 2016
Boys Basketball Team Falls in First Round of State Tourney
The boys basketball team ended post season play in the first round of the state division three south sectionals, losing to Apponequet 62-77.
Stubborn House Fire in Aquinnah Sees All-Out Response Up-Island
Up-Island volunteer firefighters battled a major house fire off Moshup Trail in Aquinnah for several hours Thursday, finally containing the blaze by evening. No one was injured, but water supply was an issue.
Youth Town
Some take the bus to Edgartown after school to play games or do homework in a safe, supervised space.
County Commissioners Voice Concern Over Heroin Epidemic
Escalating concern about the heroin epidemic, and how the Island is dealing with support for addicts and their families, was discussed.
In Film and Life, Black Panthers Party Continues to Resonate
Award-winning filmmaker Stanley Nelson’s new documentary The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution aired last month on PBS.
In Vineyard Skies: Moonless Nights
The nights ahead will be moonless for most of the coming week.
Please Adopt Us
All our residents are hoping someone will come into the shelter and fall in love with them so they can find their forever homes.
State Rep. Timothy Madden Will Not Seek Reelection
The widely-admired Cape and Islands legislator will not run for reelection in the district he has represented since 2008. A Nantucket resident, Mr. Madden said he wants to spend more time at home.
Rushing Is Unsafe at Any Speed
I was driving down Old County Road after the latest snowfall remade the Island’s brown and gnarled February branches into resting egrets.
In Words and Places, To Live Was to See
To live is to see, I always believed, along the waterfronts of Manhattan, Mumbai and Mombasa, gorges in the Himalayas and Alps.
Too Many Trophy Homes Equals Island Adrift
I have had an opportunity to examine the dangers inherent in the rampant building of trophy homes on Martha’s Vineyard.
When the Third World Feels Safer Than Home
An email from a Vineyard friend arrived letting me know that he, his wife and their two young daughters would be vacationing in Nicaragua.
Whither Berlin in Talk of Building Walls
Last year marked the 25th anniversary of the reunification of Germany.
Wheat Has Deep Roots on Martha’s Vineyard
In the late 1830s, agriculture commissioner Henry Coleman decided to offer a bounty for growing wheat to the farmers of the commonwealth.
The Lion Roars
From the March 8, 1940 edition of the Vineyard Gazette: Well, it’s March, and March is the first spring month.
Blue Economy Initiative
As an Island, the Vineyard’s geography, beauty, economy, character and sense of community are all defined by the sea.
Income Inequality
Almost everyone in the United States is aware that income inequality exists.
Health Care for Island Veterans
I would like to thank our representatives for taking an active role in sorting out the new choice program for veterans.
Island Farmers Spring Into Action as Weather Warms
As the days lengthen and the weather grows even milder, farmers around the Island are pulling out potting soil and clearing greenhouses.
Pure Coincidence
The boat was docking when this adorable little girl, in a loud voice, announced to everyone, “I was born at that hospital over there!”
Bliss Out on the Dance Floor
Peter Simon is stepping out from behind the lens to spin tunes at the Barn Bowl & Bistro on Friday, March 4.
Red-Winged Blackbirds Return
Last week Lanny McDowell reported that Happy Spongberg spotted an osprey on Feb. 22, an unusually early date.
Illogical, Irreplaceable Frost Bottoms
Frost bottoms — also called frost pockets — create the topography of this area and have some wild and unique attributes.
Spring Brings Greenhouse Bliss
We have had a series of wonderful days, and for February even. I have been doing a bit of heavy work to prepare this aging body for spring.
Land Bank Revenues: Feb. 26
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $162,026.66 for the business week ending on Friday, Feb. 26, 2016.
Girls Basketball Team Starts Postseason Play with Win
The Vineyard girls basketball team advanced to the quarterfinals of the division three south tournament with a 54-41 win over Carver.
Real Estate Transactions: Feb. 22 to Feb. 28
Susan Casey purchased 2 Seahorse Lane in Aquinnah from Mark Hirschey, trustee of Seahorse Nominee Trust, for $1,100,000 on Feb. 25.
Allison Brown, Eerik Meisner Announce Engagement
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Brown are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Allison Courtney Brown, to Eerik Meisner, son of Alice Cynthia Meisner and Ivo Meisner.
West Tisbury Town Column: March 4
Well unlike last year February was the third warmest month since record keeping began in 1882. We did have two decent size snowstorms, rain, wind, and a real cold blast but that was it. The month of March came in like a lamb, so according to the old saying March will leave like a lion.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: March 4
With so many of our streets derived from the Algonquin language I took for granted that Oak Bluffs was a center for the Island Wampanoags. A cursory amount of research surprised me
On Chappy: March 4
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. So some mice die and go up to heaven. After about a week God comes by and asks them how they like heaven. The mice say that they love it, but it’s such a big place that they are tired from all of the walking. So God…
Edgartown Town Column: March 4
Here we are March and it did not come in like a lion. In fact it has been warm but a little breezy. How can we complain when it is being said we are having one of the warmest winters.
Many Hands (and Shovels) Make Wet Work at James Pond
James Pond was the place to be on Tuesday, as fishermen, town officials and others pulled on waders to help clear a channel for herring.
Up-Island School Committee Certifies a Budget
After seven drafts and a missed deadline, the up-Island regional district school committee voted 4-1 to certify a $10.7 million budget.
Aquinnah Town Column: March 4
The weather has been glorious this past week. A little windy on occasion but spring-like weather abounds. The forsythia are beginning to bloom. Spring is just a matter of days away and perhaps we will escape any further snow for this winter.
Chilmark Town Column: March 4
Chilmark looks very good to these weary eyes. I am happy to be home from two weeks down under. Celia Slater, my 17-year-old granddaughter, travelled with me to Melbourne, Australia, where we were royally entertained by our Mosher cousin who lives in Essendon, a nearby suburb of Melbourne.
Public Meeting about Oak Bluffs Cultural District
Plans are developing for a state-designated cultural district in Oak Bluffs, and interested parties are invited to attend an informational meeting.
Saying Farewell to Old Edgartown Library
One chapter ends and another begins this weekend as the old Edgartown Public Library is closed to make way for the opening of the new town library.
Whopper Electric Bill Confounds Oak Bluffs Officials
A $45,000 electric bill? Oak Bluffs town officials were scratching their heads this week over just that. The mystery bill from Eversource dates to 2009.
Adanya Arrives
Katy Djougne Takam and Martin Boris Takam of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a daughter, Adanya Takam Madzo, born Feb. 29 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Abundant Oyster Season Under Way in Edgartown
Oyster harvesting will shift from Sengekontacket Pond to Edgartown Great Pond, and parts of Cape Pogue could reopen for bay scalloping.
Martha’s Vineyard Supports Trump, Sanders in Presidential Primary
With high turnout, Vineyard voters backed businessman Donald Trump and Sen. Bernie Sanders in Tuesday’s closely watched presidential primary.
Martha’s Vineyard Airport Commission Hires Interim Manager
The airport commission has selected an interim manager and welcomes new two new members as a period of change continues at the Island’s only commercial airport.
Eelgrass Pilot Set to Begin at Quitsa Pond
With support from the Edey Foundation, the Chilmark shellfish department plans to restore vital eelgrass beds that vanished from Nashaquitsa Pond.
Youth Grants Go to Boys & Girls Club, Skate Park, Chamber Music Society
Three organizations that serve hundreds of Island youth have received grants totaling $511,000 from MVYouth, a community fund begun two years ago.
Sheila McHugh Named to Dean’s List
Sheila McHugh of Edgartown was named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at Roger Williams University.
Welcome, Thompson
Rose and Robert Courcier of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a son, Thompson Ryley Courcier, born Feb. 25 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Vineyard American Idol Contestant Competes in Top Ten
Sonika Vaid, a 20-year-old singer and Vineyard summer resident, continues to advance through the rounds in the final season of American Idol.
Support Group for Adult Family Members of Addicts
Group sessions begin this week for family members and friends of people experiencing substance abuse.
Spring Training for Summer League
Not to early to think baseball, especially collegiate summer league ball.
Workshops Focus on Kid Problem Solving
Two workshops involving collaborative problem solving for kids will be held on March 7 and 8 — one for parents and one for educators.
West Tisbury Highway Building Bid Is Under Budget
The lone bid for the new highway department building came in well under budget at $857,500.
Stop & Shop Workers Avert Threat of Strike
Stop & Shop workers in the region that includes Martha’s Vineyard are at the bargaining table. Local 328 represents 11,000 clerks and cashiers at stores in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.
State Tournament Play Begins for High School Basketball
Post-season games begin this week for the boys and girls. The girls play at home Wednesday against Carver. The boys play away Thursday.
Bowling Alley Owners Seek Zoning Change on Neighboring Property
The owners of the Barn Bowl and Bistro Oak Bluffs want to change zoning on an adjoining property from residential to commercial.
Honors at Clark University
Jacqueline P. Menton and August A. Welles of Vineyard Haven were named to second honors on the fall 2015 dean’s list at Clark University.
Toron Deluz Named to Dean’s List
Toron A. Deluz of Vineyard Haven was named to the fall 2015 dean’s list at Boston University.
