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
January 13, 2017
VTA Union Contract Stuck in Slow Lane
Talks may begin again soon for bus drivers with the Vineyard Transit Authority after a National Labor Relations Board ruling last year.
Lynn Murphy, Menemsha Salt Who Inspired Jaws Character, Dies at 88
Lynn Murphy, a longtime Chilmark resident and salty Menemsha character who helped inspire the character Quint in Jaws, died at home Thursday morning.
Emma Yuen Named to Dean’s List
Emma R. Yuen, a junior neuroscience major, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at Saint Michael’s College.
Charles Pikor Graduates
Charles Harrison Pikor of Edgartown has graduated from Saint Michael’s College with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration.
Michael Hill Named to Dean’s List
Michael Hill of Oak Bluffs, a plant sciences major, was named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at the University of Rhode Island.
Forum Seeks to Reassure Immigrants on Martha’s Vineyard During Unsettled Times
Immigrants on Martha’s Vineyard will not be targeted for deportation by local law enforcement agencies. That was one theme that emerged during a community forum Tuesday.
Only Yesterday
On Monday the Island will join the rest of the nation in celebrating the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
A Joe of All Trades Tells His Tale of Cooking on the High Seas
Joe Keenan has followed wherever life has taken him, from music halls in Northampton to the galley of a ship traveling the world.
Children’s Chorus Seeks Young Singers
The Martha’s Vineyard Children’s Chorus is accepting registrations for the upcoming semester.
West Tisbury Taxi Driver Faces Two-Week Suspension
West Tisbury selectmen voted this week to suspend a taxi driver’s permit for two weeks, following a complaint of an incident over the summer.
Resolving to Watch the Fat Squirrels Eat But Not Much More
A few years ago, I resolved not to make any resolutions and that worked out all right.
Deer and Lyme Disease Are Intertwined
ecological experiments clearly prove the link between deer ticks (and Lone Star ticks) and deer
O Canada, I Hear You Calling Me
Final draft of a petition from the Blue States to the Government of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Gazette Chronicle: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Mary Holman was teaching school in Boston when she first heard of Martin Luther King Jr.
Helping the Homeless
Thanks for the wonderful article detailing the safety net that Island houses of worship have woven together.
Finaglings Led to Tragedy
It’s a sad story but better late than never, should be told.
Remembering Helen Mickelson
To all who showered our family with love and compassion, we thank you.
George Brush Law Firm Expands
George B. Brush has announced the expansion of his West Tisbury law firm, now known as Brush, Flanders & Moriarty LLC.
State Representative Visits Martha’s Vineyard
New state Rep. Dylan Fernandes has announced a weekend visit to the Vineyard to meet with constituents during office hours.
Chilmark Selectmen Look Ahead to Town Meeting
Chilmark selectmen tackled a wide-ranging agenda, including issues related to immigration, moped safety, tiny houses, the search for a new police chief and Squibnocket Beach.
Documentary Takes Deep Dive into Seas of Plastic Waste
A Plastic Ocean, a documentary film showing at the film center Jan. 19, shows plastic waste in the ocean is not just an Island problem.
In Vineyard Skies: Gibbous Moon and Jupiter
On Wednesday night, a few hours after sunset, the gibbous moon rises in the eastern sky.
King John for the Masses, a Populist Affair
Shakespeare for the Masses will perform King John at the Vineyard Playhouse on Jan. 14 and Jan. 15.
Benefit for Tony Lombardi
There will be a Skate to Donate benefit for Tony Lombardi at the Ice Arena on Friday, Jan. 13.
Charter School Enrollment Open House
Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School is holding an enrollment open house on Wednesday, Jan. 18.
West Tisbury Town Column: Jan. 13
We had our first significant snowfall of the season last weekend. On Friday about six inches of white fluffy stuff, and a real whopper of a snowstorm the next day.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: Jan. 13
That was exciting. The first serious snowfall of the winter and the first delayed school opening.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: Jan. 13
The fifties-style ranch house next to the Titticut Follies Cottage on Narragansett avenue remained unnoticed as it was quietly demolished to the alarm of no one.
Edgartown Town Column: Jan. 13
Did someone say snow? Yes we got a little. It was exciting, it was pretty and the kids certainly enjoyed it.
On Chappy: Jan. 13.
This last blizzard really gave me a feeling of the dead-of-winter. I had not sensed that for the past half decade or so.
Chilmark Town Column: Jan. 13
Chilmark is quickly shedding the blanket of snow that fell so incessantly on Saturday last. As I write on Tuesday lots of bare ground is already exposed and we are hoping for more to be revealed as the weather warms up this week.
Aquinnah Town Column: Jan. 13
Winter storm Helena provided us with a blustery weekend and deposited a foot of snow in most places.
Cold and Hungry Birds
Birds have a higher rate of metabolism than we do, and must eat large quantities of food.
Life Between the Snow and Earth
As long as there is at least six inches, there is life between the snow and earth.
Crimson Bark in the Dead of Winter
I do enjoy a good snowstorm. I needed to be forced indoors to attend some long-neglected tasks.
Up-Island School District Certifies Budget
The up-Island regional school committee voted last week to certify a $11.5 million budget.
Oak Bluffs Keeps a Sharp Eye on Spending
Selectmen gave approval to a preliminary $29.4 million budget, and heard from their town administrator about the need to keep costs in check this year.
High School to Begin Regular Water Testing
A new program to regularly test the water at the regional high school will go into effect after recent testing turned up a few problem spots.
Oak Bluffs, Chilmark Unanimously Back Extra Deer Hunt
Selectmen in Oak Bluffs and Chilmark last night threw their full support behind a plan to add a second two-week shotgun season for deer in January next year.
Piano Meditations Conjure Melody of Renewal
For David Stanwood, a piano has never been just a carefully crafted assembly of wood and wire. He speaks of the instrument in spiritual terms.
Single-Car Accident in Edgartown Sends Two to Hospital
A West Tisbury woman is facing drunken driving charges after a single-car crash Monday night in Edgartown. Police said Christy Dobson and her passenger were transported to the hospital.
Dean’s List at Keene State
Ella Jernegan, Sarah Parece, Lucas Thors, and Kenon Veno, all of Edgartown, have been named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at Keene State College.
Liam Craffey Named to Dean’s List
Liam Craffey of West Tisbury has been named to the fall 2016 dean’s list at Champlain College.
Land Bank Revenues: Jan. 6
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $273,329.60 for the business week ending on Friday, Jan. 6, 2017.
Real Estate Transactions: Jan. 2 to Jan. 8
Hawthorne Hill LLC purchased 108 and 120 Pease’s Point Way North in Edgartown from Ox Pond Knoll Nominee Trust for $9,400,000 on Jan. 6.
If You Ask the Question and Provide the Answer Does Anyone Hear It?
The first five years of my marriage I would ask my new husband things like, “What’s the hardest part of your life right now?” or “Do you remember your first broken heart?”
Hello, Brayden
Vikki and Tony Cortez announce the birth of a son, Brayden King Cortez, born Jan. 6 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Brayden weighed 9 pounds at birth. He joins older sister Brielle at home.
Charlie Arrives
Taylor and Jennifer Toole of Arlington are happy to announce the birth of a daughter, Charlie Violet Toole, born Dec. 9 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Francine Kelly Led Featherstone Into New Era
Francine Kelly, former executive director of Featherstone Center for the Arts, died Sunday in Los Angeles at her daughter’s home. She was 77.
Contractors Work Against Deadline on Menemsha Dredging
The Menemsha Channel dredging project is churning away as a Jan. 31 deadline for completion looms again.
MVC Considers Demolition of Denniston House
A public hearing late last week saw strong support for tearing down the historic Oak Bluffs house.
Vineyarders Shovel Out after First Snowstorm of Year
The Vineyard was digging out Sunday after the first snowstorm of the year left almost a foot of snow and largely shuttered the Island Saturday.
