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
November 18, 2016
Martha’s Vineyard Commission Denies Oak Bluffs Solar Plan
Following a sometimes turbulent public review, the commission voted 11-2 Thursday night to deny the Oak Bluffs water district’s plan to build a solar array near the state forest.
Tangled Probate Dispute Involves Dukes County Manager
County manager Martina Thornton is involved in a tangled probate case in which she stands to inherit much of the estate of a longtime Edgartown resident who died 11 months ago.
Edgartown School Honor Roll
The Edgartown School has announced its honor roll for the first quarter of the 2016-2017 school year.
For a Good Cause
The low, throaty rumble of motorcycles echoed up and down North Road last Sunday, a brilliant autumn day on the Vineyard.
For Spirit of the Vineyard Winners, It’s Do Unto Others
Armen and Vicky Hanjian moved to Oak Bluffs in 1994, beginning a life of local service. In December they will be honored with the Spirit of the Vineyard award.
Roses in November
A mild fall this year has left many things still blooming, chief among them the roses that grace the Island.
We Stand Together Event
A new group on the Island called We Stand Together is holding an event at Waban Park in Oak Bluffs on Saturday, Nov. 19.
For Love or Money and Other Minor Matters
“Not for love or money,” our hero might declare in an old movie when declining an unsavory proposal. And indeed the three cliché motivations in life are said to be money, fame or power.
No Complaints, Plenty to Be Thankful For
It will be good to be on Martha’s Vineyard for the holidays this year.
Air Traffic Control, Where’s My Steak?
Stepping outside my door the other day I noticed a transport plane passing overhead just above the tree tops.
New Statesman on the Block
The following letter was sent from Julian Cyr to his constituents thanking them for his recent victory in the state senate race.
In Memorium: Tom Hayden
A boy, really, just out of high school./Catholic, Coughlin parish/Funny nose/Ambitious
African American Heritage Trail Research Winners
The board of the African American Heritage Trail of Martha’s Vineyard announces the winners of their annual research project.
In The Gloaming
A blackout illustrated in a shocking manner the dependency of the Island and surrounding area on electricity.
Unfair Housing Practice
This is addressed in particular to all Edgartown taxpayers.
Watch Out for Wildlife
I am forever concerned about wildlife in our changing world.
One Nation Divided
We are never going to be a united country after this divisive and dreadful election season,
DONG Energy Replies
We would like to clarify some points regarding DONG Energy’s Bay State Wind project in Massachusetts.
Announcing Ivy
Rose and Benjamin Runner of West Tisbury announce the birth of a daughter, Ivy Rose Runner, born Nov. 16 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
In Vineyard Skies: Gemini and Winter
Friday’s bright gibbous moon appears in the zodiacal constellation Gemini.
Paulo DeOliveira Sworn In as Register of Deeds
Paulo DeOliveira was sworn in Thursday morning at the Dukes County courthouse as the county’s new Register of Deeds.
Please Adopt Us
The gorgeous orange and white female Manx cat, Jasper, has been spayed and will soon be ready to find her forever home.
Permanent Endowment Ceremony Highlights Islanders Doing Good
On Tuesday night members of the community gathered at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center to celebrate the inaugural Permanent Endowment grant awards ceremony.
Snakes, Frogs and Snapping Turtles, Just Another Night in the Newsroom
Gus Ben David and some of his wild friends stopped by the Gazette as part of its Tuesdays in the Newsroom series, and spent the evening charming and educating a crowd of about 65 people with live snapping turtles, snakes, frogs and salamanders.
Land Bank Revenues: Nov. 11
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $185,647.50 for the business week ending on Friday, Nov. 11, 2016.
Real Estate Transactions: Nov. 7 to Nov. 13
William H. Turpie and Joy J. Turpie purchased 75 Mayflower Lane in Vineyard Haven from William O. Nash and Nancy Nash for $845,000 on Nov. 10.
Aquinnah Town Column: Nov. 18
My friend Herbert Ward would like to remind everyone that the Federated Church in Edgartown, will hold its seventh annual Festival of Wreaths on Thursday, Dec. 1, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Chilmark Town Column: Nov. 18
Chilmark has many things to feel good about this week so let’s focus on these events and keep going.
West Tisbury Town Column: Nov. 18
The leaves for the most part have fallen to the ground and were blown around by the wind last weekend.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: Nov. 18
We stood with Standing Rock last Saturday night at the Chilmark Community Center.
Chappy Town Column: Nov. 18
As far as I know the last time a baby was born on Chappaquiddick was back in the mid-seventies.
Edgartown Town Column: Nov. 18
Two days in a row a long-sleeved shirt has been enough for the outside. Of course, the afternoon cools off real fast but for the most part it has been warm and there have been no complaints.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: Nov. 18
I’m of course partial, but Oak Bluffs may be one of the best places for Thanksgiving, if that’s something on your schedule next week.
Wicked Good Musical Revue
The Wicked Good Musical Revue, an off-season staple at the Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse, returns this weekend.
Chamber Music Society Thanksgiving Concert
The Chamber Music Society will hold its Thanksgiving concert on Saturday, Nov. 26, beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Whaling Church in Edgartown.
Bread Project Offers Classes and Fresh Baked Loaves
The Vineyard Bread Project in West Tisbury is now offering “bread on the spot market” to go with its regular CSA-style approach.
Jemima James CD Release Party
Jemima James will be performing in a CD release concert on Friday, Nov. 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pathways Living Room Studios.
Tisbury School Performs Into the Woods
The Tisbury School will be performing Into the Woods on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18 and 19. Showtime is 7 p.m. both nights.
Featherstone Holiday Gift Show
Thanksgiving may be next up at the plate, but Christmas is on deck and Featherstone is helping everyone getting warmed up with its 14th annual Holiday Gift Show Preview Party.
Pick of the Crop Play Festival
The Pick of the Crop play festival takes place this weekend at the Grange Hall.
Buffleheads and Mergansers Make Their Arrival
Waterfowl will be abundant on our ponds until April.
Turducken Time
Every year, around this time, an unusual creature makes an appearance.
Digging Dahlias, Seeding Winter Rye
I have been enjoying the herd of black sheep roaming the field at the Norton Farm on the Edgartown Road.
Woods Hole Terminal Project Ready, Set — Almost Go
Steamship Authority governors Tuesday awarded a bid for a $2.6 million temporary modular terminal building in Woods Hole, another early step in a large reconstruction project at the Woods Hole facility.
Tribal Election to Bring Leadership Change
Donald Widdiss and Cheryl Andrews-Maltais, both former chairmen, will compete for the top spot when the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) holds its election this weekend.
As Ocean Wind Farms Near Reality, Plots Thicken
With offshore wind developers inching their way through the federal permitting process, government and company representatives stopped by the Vineyard this week.
When Flat Point Cove Calls, Put Down the Phone and Head Outside
Perfect weather and a guided tour by farmer Arnie Fischer Jr. drew over 100 people and three dogs to Flat Point Farm on Sunday.
Vineyard Prosecutor Investigated for Possible Misconduct
Laura Marshard, a Vineyard-based prosecutor with the Cape and Islands district attorney’s office, is facing possible disciplinary action by the state agency that investigates complaints against lawyers.
Hello, Alyssa
Shawna and John O’Donnell of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a daughter, Alyssa Jeanne O’Donnell, born Nov. 11 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Welcome, Haven and Knox
Emily and James Burrows of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a son, Knox Dean Burrows, and a daughter, Haven James Burrows, born Nov. 4.
Budget Trimmed for Gay Head Light Restoration Work
A revised plan for restoring the Gay Head Light in Aquinnah has prioritized repairs to the 1856 brick tower, although it remains unclear how the town will pay for the work.
Second Round of Housing Workshops Begin
Housing on Martha’s Vineyard and a vision for the future take center stage again this week with a second round of workshops in every Island town. The housing production plan workshops are being sponsored by the Martha’s Vineyard Commission.
Vineyarders Turn Out on Veterans Day to Honor the Brave
Under a clear blue sky in unseasonably warm weather, Island residents who served in the U.S. armed forces were honored in a ceremony on Veterans Day.
Ramona Arrives
Sara and Aela H. Mass of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a daughter, Ramona Margaret H. Mass, born Nov. 10 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
