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
May 6, 2016
In Vineyard Skies: Crescent Moon
A thin crescent moon appears low in the southwestern sky on Sunday night amid the light of dusk.
Martha’s Vineyard Camp Meeting Association Names New Executive Director
CJ Rivard of Edgartown is the new executive director of the Martha’s Vineyard Camp Meeting Association.
Math Error Involving Nantucket Hospital Causes Ripple Effect Through State
A recent math error by consultants for Partners HealthCare has shed light on how the 19-bed Nantucket Cottage Hospital has increased hospital wage reimbursements throughout the state.
Mother Airs Her Anguish Over Heroin; Planning Begins for Community Forum
Adding a jolt to growing emotion and concern about the opiate problem on Martha’s Vineyard, an Oak Bluffs mother and elected Island official has gone public about her daughter’s heroin addiction.
Aquinnah Annual Town Meeting Wraps Up Political Season
Town meeting season wraps up today as Aquinnah voters gather to take up requests related to the Aquinnah Circle, zoning changes to create more affordable housing and a $4.2 million budget.
A Day With Mitchell Posin: Mixing the Compost for a Life Well Lived
It’s a misty May morning in Chilmark and while other farmers race up and down South Road, Mitchell Posin doesn’t seem to have an agenda for the day.
Tuesdays in the Newsroom: The Vineyard Gazette, Then and Now
On Tuesday, May 10, the Gazette’s will wrap up its Tuesdays in the Newsroom series for the season with an event to celebrate the Gazette’s 170th birthday next week.
Land Bank Revenues: April 29
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $202,710 for the business week ending on Friday, April 29, 2016.
One Tree at a Time
The simple act of planting a tree often symbolizes something long-lasting.
Following the Jette Stream
Some think growing up on Martha’s Vineyard is a ticket to easy street, nothing but day after day at the beach.
When the Running Warrior Is Your Mom
My parents have been married for 53 years and by all accounts get along wonderfully together.
Scraps of History
The great age of scrapbooks, so far as the Vineyard is concerned, was back in the nineteenth century
Fun Run
The Island Autism Group’s first ever 5K walk and fun run was held on a rainy April 23.
New School Opportunity
Support from Tisbury voters at the recent annual town meeting and for ballot question one is greatly appreciated.
Heroin Problem is Growing
Many from our community are expressing grave concern over the steady and horrific flow of overdose related deaths.
Permanent Endowment Names New Director
Emily Bramhall has been named acting executive director of the Permanent Endowment for Martha’s Vineyard.
All-Island Band Concert Rocks
All-Island band’s annual spring concert is on Thursday, May 12, beginning at 7 p.m.
Mini Maker Faire
This Saturday, May 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. is a celebration of invention at the first Martha’s Vineyard Mini Maker Faire.
Let it Pour at MV Wine Fest
The 2016 MV Wine Fest will be held May 12 to May 15.
Pink and Green Weekend in Edgartown
The fifth annual Pink & Green Weekend sets down in Edgartown from May 6 to 8.
Sail and Imagination
The Steamship Authority has announced an art contest for students in grades K through 12.
Edgartown School Poets
Five Vineyard poets shared their poetry with the Edgartown School during a recent student day of poetry.
Candidates for Selectman in Aquinnah Debate the Issues
At a public forum on Wednesday, two candidates for selectman squared off on topics that included affordable housing, federal education subsidies and the need for a finance committee in the Island’s smallest town.
MVYouth Awards Scholarships to Seven Island Students
MVYouth has awarded $542,874 in college scholarships to seven Martha’s Vineyard seniors to attend the college of their choice.
Recent Home Sales: April 25 to May 1
Henry H. McVey and Laura McVey purchased 926 Main street in Vineyard Haven from Earl L. Linehan and Jonathan D. Eisner, trustees for $3,925,000 on April 29.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: May 6
Time is a luxurious concept we used to take for granted when wasting our youth. Spearfishing, blueberry picking and skipping rocks was what we used to call “Monday.” Time stood still for our antics, one day running into another.
Welcome, Nash
Daniel and Cassandra Bettencourt of Wellesley announce the birth of a son, Nash Grant Bettencourt.
On Chappy: May 6
I am not Peter Wells. Truth is, I may never be. But I am Brad Woodger, your warm season alternating columnist. And I’ll just have to do.
Edgartown Town Column: May 6
I was listening to the weather this morning and they said after this weekend it would be warmer and sunny. I still have my doubts as we always go from 0 to 100 in a day so we will see.
Aquinnah Town Column: May 6
The weather this past week may have been cold and dreary but spirits are rather warmed with many great feats along the way. Randall Jette, a former MVRHS football star, has signed on with the Green Bay Packers. Chris Fischer won a prestigious James Beard award for his Beetlebung Farm Cookbook. The Red Sox are…
Chilmark Town Column: May 6
Chilmark has character, and most Chilmarkers will tell you so. It was evident at the annual town meeting that some folks are proud of this indefinable characteristic of our town and will speak up to defend it.
West Tisbury Town Column: May 6
The weekend weather was not that bad. A stray shower or two on Sunday, but below average temperatures. Saturday an Island-wide bike race was held. The orioles (birds that is) will return to town by Thursday. The late Emma Whiting had records to prove that they always return by the 12th.
Vineyard Gardener Goes to Italy
I am not a traveler. Although I thoroughly enjoyed my two weeks in Italy, I am now hopelessly behind.
Dredging Interrupted at Menemsha, But Problems Drag On
Three months after missing a deadline to finish dredging Menemsha Channel, the contractor has yet to remove its equipment.
Time for May Migration Madness
What sort of madness prompts a bird to fly thousands of miles every year between the tropics and temperate habitats?
Native Sunchokes Are Terrific Tubers
The jury is in on the Jerusalem artichoke. I am hooked on these terrific tubers.
High School Playing Fields Discussion Continues
A private group that wants to raise money to refurbish outdoor playing fields at the regional high school has backed away from a plan to use rubber crumb infill on the track.
Edgartown Approves Liquor License Changes
Edgartown selectmen approved alcohol license changes for two downtown businesses at their Monday meeting. r.
Selectmen, Neighbors at Aquinnah Circle Hash Out Concerns Over Shared Parking
With summer on the horizon, residents in a small condominium complex near the Aquinnah Circle are pressing for reserved parking on property the town acquired last year as part of the Gay Head Light relocation.
State Clears Trees Along Edgartown-West Tisbury Road
Dillon Tree Services of Shrewsbury were at work this week removing a large number of trees along Edgartown-West Tisbury Road that Mass DOT said were a safety hazard for drivers.
Round Robin Fundraiser for Tennis Team
Vineyard Youth Tennis will host a meet the high school players mixed doubles round robin on Sunday, May 8.
Tisbury Hosts CPC Workshop
The Tisbury Community Preservation Committee will host a CPA application workshop for interested people on Thursday, May 12.
Guitar on Loan at West Tisbury Library
Thanks to a gift from Jim Thorpe in memory of Asa French, a guitar is now available for loan from the West Tisbury library.
Big Bites for Little Tykes, Kids’ Trout Tournament Casts Wide Net
The annual kids’ trout tournament takes place on Saturday, May 7, beginning at first light. On Tuesday morning the first shipment of trout arrived at Duarte’s Pond.
Unearthing Past to Prepare for Future at Old Marine Hospital
Archaeologists surveying the future site of the Martha’s Vineyard Museum in Vineyard Haven recently found traces of human use dating back thousands of years.
Holly Bellebuono Book Wins Top Award
Women Healers of the World: The Traditions, History & Geography of Herbal Medicine, has been awarded the national Nautilus Book Award.
Oak Bluffs School Honor Roll
The Oak Bluffs School has announced its honor roll for the third quarter of the 2015–2016 school year.
Announcing Kieran
Meg and Mikey Rottman of Edgartown announce the birth of a son, Kieran Bohan Rottman, born April 30 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Hello, Luciano
Luciani Jacobs and Gilson Goncalves of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a son, Luciano Jacobs, born April 28 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Samara Arrives
Renata and Bruno Carvalho of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a daughter, Samara Pereira Carvalho, born April 28 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Spring Cleaning at the Beach: VCS Hosts Annual Earth Day Clean-Up
Volunteers carrying large feed bags dotted the Island’s beaches Saturday as they collected trash for the Vineyard Conservation Society’s 24th annual Earth Day Beach Cleanup.
Vineyard Football Standout Randall Jette Signs with Packers
Randall Jette, a football standout from Martha’s Vineyard who went on to play for UMass, is headed to the NFL after signing with the Green Bay Packers.
From Polluted to Pristine, Quahaug Relay Gives Mollusks New Life
Traveling from polluted Taunton River to Sengekontacket Pond, quahaugs cleanse themselves as nature intended.
Arbor Day Tree Planting Honors Community Member With Strong Roots
To celebrate Arbor Day a Stewartia tree was planted next to the Chilmark Community Center in honor of Herbert Hancock, a long time Chilmark selectman who died in 2001.
Squibnocket Beach Projects Clear MVC
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission has unanimously approved two projects designed to adapt to an eroding shoreline at Squibnocket Beach. Both will head back to the town for final reviews.
Tisbury School Honor Roll
The Tisbury School has announced its honor roll for the third quarter of the 2015–2016 school year.
Edgartown School Honor Roll
The Edgartown School has announced its honor roll for the third quarter of the 2015–2016 school year.
