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
November 11, 2016
Gazette Distribution on Veterans Day
Because of Veterans Day on Friday, the Gazette will be mailed to subscribers on Saturday. The paper can be picked up as usual on Friday.
Aquinnah Wants Gay Head Light Lens to Come Home
A plan by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum to relocate from Edgartown to Vineyard Haven has caused rumblings on the other side of the Island, where a number of people are now calling for the original 19th-century lens that sat atop the Gay Head Light in Aquinnah to return home.
Martha’s Vineyard Honors Veterans With New Memorial, Bridge Ceremony
Veterans Day observances on the Vineyard began Thursday with the dedication of a memorial in West Tisbury.
Raring to Go, Freshman Legislators Are a Team
Both young, both Democrats, new legislators on the block Julian Cyr and Dylan Fernandes are eager to begin their jobs on Beacon Hill representing the Cape and Islands in January.
Martha’s Vineyard Horse Center Gallops Forward
Thanks to a gift from Jerry and Carol Kenney, Misty Meadow farms in West Tisbury will transfer to a new nonprofit. And the Martha’s Vineyard Community Horse Center will be off and galloping.
The Day After
The Vineyard has always been a place apart from mainland America. Perhaps that has never been more true than this week.
Students and Energy Are Electric Combo
Island students experienced kinetic energy and learned about Newton’s Third Law at the Edgartown School’s Energy Carnival.
Benjamin Fogg Sentenced
An Edgartown man was sentenced to serve time in jail for a September vandalism spree.
Sky’s the Limit, But a Roof Helps Too
In September, Felix Neck started a capital campaign to raise $200,000 to build a second barn for Fern and Feather Day camp.
Tuesdays in the Newsroom Goes Wild
Naturalist Gus Ben David will be the guest on Tuesday, Nov. 15 for the Gazette’s Tuesdays in the Newsroom series.
Please Adopt Us
Kittens, kittens, kittens. The shelter is overflowing with kittens of all ages!
Deer Herd Reduction Equals Lyme Reduction
In August, the Vineyard Gazette conducted a survey to determine how citizens viewed the threat of tick-borne diseases.
On the Menu, Delicious Decorum
Without any intention, I appear to be collecting a colorful array of bookmarks.
On My Way in Bright Red Tractor Boots
I set them on the basement steps. A solid pair of size 7T boots with handles at the top.
A Good Man on Land and Water
The Kuehn’s Way affordable housing development is named in honor of Robert H. Kuehn Jr.
Presidents Past
The first presidential election reported in the columns of the Vineyard Gazette was that of 1848.
With Open Arms and a Big Heart, John Regan Embraced Everyone
I grew up spending summers on the Vineyard. There was one couple I always loved seeing and talking to: John and Mary Regan.
Restoring Civility, Respect
With this historical Presidential campaign done, I wanted to thank you for the discussion you published between David McCullough and Evan Thomas.
Hospital: World Class
If you are thinking of having a knee, hip or shoulder replaced, look no further than our own Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Turf Risks
I am writing regarding the artificial turf proposal by MV@Play. I am strongly against the proposal.
Vets to the Rescue
What started as a lovely family dinner turned into a dark scenario as our French bulldog named Willow deteriorated physically by the hour.
Spooky Good Fun
Halloween in Oak Bluffs was a happening event this year.
Hutker Architects Honored
Hutker Architects received several PRISM awards from the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston. The company received gold and silver awards, plus a community spirit award silver winner for the Niantic Park community playground, a community effort to rebuild the Oak Bluffs park. The company has offices in Falmouth, Boston and on Martha’s Vineyard.
Real Estate Transactions: Oct. 31 to Nov. 6
63 Fuller LLC purchased 63 Fuller street in Edgartown from Thomas M. Taylor for $2,950,000 on Oct. 31.
Vineyard Boys Lose to Medway in Semifinals
The Martha’s Vineyard boys soccer team lost 3-1 Thursday to Medway in a tough semifinal match of the south section division three tournament. They finish the year with a record of 15-7.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: Nov. 11
First time in Texas? It won’t be her last. Tamma Willoughby returned from a long stay in beautiful San Marcos. Tamma went to check on and help out her daughter Ashley. Ashley married Sam Byrd, as you know, and moved to his hometown.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: Nov. 11
Following establishment of the Methodist Camp Ground in 1835, the speculation of Martha’s Vineyard knew no bounds. Our 7.5 square mile town is about 4,500 acres.
Kudos for South Mountain
South Mountain Company is one of more than 1,800 companies that have been certified as B-Corps over the past decade.
Elizabeth Straton Lets Music Guide Her
This Saturday, Nov. 12, Elizabeth Straton returns to the Vineyard for a concert to celebrate the release of her fourth album.
Standing Rock Benefit
There will be a benefit concert for Standing Rock called Water is Life at the Chilmark Community Center on Saturday, Nov. 12.
Winter Walks
This weekend both Polly Hill Arboretum and the Vineyard Conservation Society help you reconnect with your howling side through guided nature walks.
Changing Leaves and Crocosmia
I take my small hound dog everywhere in my truck. She is a huge wimp.
Ashes Are More Than Wood Stove Waste
The woodstove is something to look forward to all year, a treat for the nose, ambiance and, of course, body warmth.
Land Bank Revenues: Nov. 4
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $316,984.68 for the business week ending on Friday, Nov. 4, 2016.
Commuter Crows and Other Corvids
Two hundred or so fish crows are in downtown Vineyard Haven. They appear to be more abundant now than they were a week ago.
Bay Scallop Moon
The next full moon is being heralded as the closest full moon we’ve seen since 1948.
Edgartown Town Column: Nov. 11
I knew when I started bringing out my winter clothes the weather was going back to warm. It had been cold for days and I brought out the sweaters and sweatshirts, but now we are back to just long sleeves.
Aquinnah Town Column: Nov. 11
The weather was ideal for Election Day and yet the results were rather disastrous on many levels. Makes one enjoy not having television to listen to all the time.
Chilmark Town Column: Nov. 11
Chilmark is enjoying a warm and sunny day in November, so peaceful and at rest, on this fierce Tuesday that threatens to change all our lives. How have we come to this? I sort of expect Chilmark to be like this on many more November days and that thought will get me through the real…
On Chappy: Nov. 11
The Edgartown highway department has begun work on the dirt portion of the ferry point parking lot. Please remove vehicles from that lot after the barricades go up.
West Tisbury Town Column: Nov. 11
You may have noticed the deer have been moving around lately, primarily due to the hunting season, and you are apt to see them in strange places or crossing the road. The archery season for deer ends soon. The days are growing shorter as the sun is setting before 4:20 p.m.
Vineyard Backs Democrats, Electing DeOliveira and Ogden
Vineyard voters turned out in high numbers Tuesday, backing Democratic candidates up and down the ballot and electing Robert Ogden as the new county sheriff and Paulo DeOliveira as Register of Deeds.
High Schoolers Make Their Picks, Prove to be a Liberal Lot
While the country looks toward a possible long night waiting for election results, the polls have already closed at the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School, where students took part today in a mock election. And the results are in.
Phillips Hardware, Airport Fire Building Sail Through MVC Approvals
With approval from the Martha’s Vineyard Commission, the owners of Phillips Hardware in Oak Bluffs plan to forge ahead with a new three-story building on Circuit avenue. A new firefighting building at the airport also got a green light last week.
Vote Nears on Oak Bluffs Solar Plan
Controversial plans for a solar array on forested land in Oak Bluffs are headed for a vote at the Martha’s Vineyard Commission.
Edgartown Police Officer Receives Commendation
Edgartown police officer William Bishop was commended Monday for going out of his way to help members of the community.
Boys Soccer Wins Again; Moves on to South Sectional Semifinals
In a thrilling overtime victory decided on penalty kicks, the Martha’s Vineyard Boys Soccer team defeated Dover-Sherborn High School 4-2 (in penalty kicks) in the south sectional quarterfinal match.
When in Doubt, Be a Rock of Kindness
At first glance, it looks like an elaborate sand fort for an imaginary pirate. Instead, the Kindness Rocks Project fosters random acts of encouragement.
Hello, Thatcher
Sarah and David Sprague of West Tisbury announce the birth of a son, Thatcher Francis Sprague, born Nov. 5 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Announcing Julia
Mirelle and Juscirley Pinto of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a daughter, Julia Oliveira Pinto, born Nov. 5 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Early Voting Turnout High as Election Day Nears
Aside from some last minute campaigning and bustling activity at town clerks’ offices, the Island was largely quiet Monday as the clock wound down on an unprecedented campaign season.
Common Raven Makes an Uncommon Visit to the Vineyard
A common raven was spotted this weekend on the Vineyard, but despite the name the sighting is anything but common. This is only the second sighting of the species on the Island.
Brandy Brow in West Tisbury, Planted and Ready for Spring
Brandy Brow, the hillside conservation property at the entrance to West Tisbury, was planted with 500 spring bulbs on Sunday, courtesy of the Monday night knitters, who gathered to plant them under the leadership of Cathy Minkiewicz of Indian Hill.
Spirit of the Vineyard Award Goes to Vicky and Armen Hanjian
Armen and Vicky Hanjian, Methodist ministers deeply involved in the Island volunteer community, are this year’s recipients of the Spirit of the Vineyard Award.
Addiction Study Triggers Heartfelt Discussion in Chilmark
On the heels of the recent report by the Rural Scholars about addiction on Martha’s Vineyard, the Chilmark selectmen held a wide-ranging discussion last week about what can be done to stem the problem.
Boys Soccer Defeats Norton in Early Tournament Play
It was payback time for the Vineyarders as the MVRHS boys soccer team beat the Norton Lancers Saturday night, 2-1, during the semifinal round of the MIAA Division 3 tournament.
Driver in Single-Car Crash Cited for Operating Under the Influence
The driver of a car that flipped over on State Road in West Tisbury Saturday is facing charges for driving under the influence, West Tisbury police said. The driver is Jessica Elsasser, 32, of Vineyard Haven.
Oak Bluffs Town Hall Project Sees Slow Progress
The Oak Bluffs selectmen intend to appoint a committee to oversee a project to build a new town hall, following a turbulent year working with the town planning board.
New Media, Old Media: Raising the Standards for Public Discourse
The technology, media and telecom industry has had an unprecedented impact on this election.
Collegiate Soccer Honors for Jason Lages
Jason Lages has collected conference honors during his freshman year with the Assumption College men’s soccer team.
Ivy Arrives
Jessica and Michael Villa of Chilmark announce the birth of a daughter, Ivy Villa, born Nov. 4 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Tisbury Adopts Moratorium on Floating Houses, Workshops in Harbor
Tisbury selectmen have officially adopted a moratorium on new non-traditional floating vessels in town waters.
