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
June 9, 2017
Share the Vision
The Martha’s Vineyard Hospital does many things well. Sadly, community relations is not one of them.
Hospital Trustees Fire Their CEO, Sparking Community Outcry
The hospital board of trustees scrambled to contain the damage this week following the abrupt ouster of hospital president and CEO Joseph Woodin.
Class of 2017 Leads the Way, Oh the Places You’ll Go
On Sunday, June 11, the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School’s class of 2017 will see their hard work pay off at their graduation ceremony, beginning at 1:30 p.m. at the Oak Bluffs Tabernacle.
For Valedictorian, Process Over Outcome Is Key Perspective
Whitney Schroeder is curious, with an unassuming nature. She is also the valedictorian of the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School class of 2017.
Merrimack College Graduates
Skylah Forend of Oak Bluffs and Vincent Carlomagno of West Tisbury have graduated from Merrimack College.
Vineyard Was Never Just a One Shark Town
Dan Sharkovitz got his job as an English teacher at the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School because of a cucumber. At least that’s how he tells it.
Earth Interest Should Exceed Self Interest
This is not the time to focus on self-interest. But President Trump’s climate policy is clearly a bad deal for Martha’s Vineyard.
Pilgrim Closing Date Not a Done Deal
Despite a decommissioning advisory committee for the Pilgrim nuclear power station, will Pilgrim actually close in 2019?
Open Season
It’s quite a thing to see a season open. The houses and cottages are all at once coming to life.
Chairman of Board Addresses Decision to Fire Hospital CEO
Following extensive consideration and discussion, the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital board of trustees voted to terminate the employment of Joseph Woodin.
Disregard for Due Process
I am deeply concerned about the sudden and unexplained firing of our hospital CEO Mr. Joseph Woodin.
Heartfelt Thanks
This note has taken me much too long to write.
Respect for VTA
The VTA has created easy access to the entire Island.
Vital Partnership
The following letter was submitted to the regional high school committee on Monday.
Unfair Burden
For homeowners living here year-round and relying on short term rental income, a new tax can only come from one place, our pocket.
Prompt and Professional
On behalf of the Steamship Authority, I would like to publicly thank Tisbury fire chief John Schilling and his department for their swift and invaluable response to an engine room fire aboard the M/V Governor last Friday as the vessel was arriving in Vineyard Haven. One of three shipboard generators onboard the vessel had tripped…
Compelling Vision Needed
There are good arguments concerning the best use of the two sites under consideration for the Tisbury school.
Alternate Path
Do four wrongs make a right? Apparently that is now to be tested.
Breath of Fresh Air
Kudos to former Secretary of State John Kerry for speaking so strongly and intelligently on CBS Nightly News.
Work of a Lifetime
On Sunday evening Peter and Ronni Simon opened the door to their Main Street Vineyard Haven Gallery.
Land Bank Revenues: June 2
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $270,810.02 for the business week ending on Friday, June 2, 2017. >
Edgartown Town Column: June 9
Rain, rain go away come back some other day. This is the song we have all been singing.
On Chappy: June 9
When I was a kid, my family attended services at the Federated Church on South Summer street. Sometimes the young folks were released from Sunday school class in the parish house in order to experience the more mature side of religion by getting to sit quietly in the church itself. Actually, I think that the…
Floating Wheelchairs Aid Beach Access
Five new floating wheelchairs are available on Vineyard beaches this summer after a donation from Smile Mass.
Felix Neck Celebrates New Barn
Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary will celebrate the grand opening of a new year-round education and camp barn on Monday, June 12.
Climate Change Discussion
The Dukes Conservation district will host a lecture and discussion on climate change on June 29.
Friends of Sengekontacket Interns
The Friends of Sengekontacket has expanded its summer internship program to two positions.
Real Estate Transactions: May 29 to June 4
David Ginsberg purchased 28 Loon Lane in Chilmark from Donald W. Dick Jr. and Trudy P. Dick for $3,275,000 on June 2.
Vineyard Sound Returns
The Vineyard Sound is back. The all-male a cappella group begins their summer season on Monday, June 12.
Spirit of Bloomsday
The words and spirit of James Joyce will come alive again in Vineyard Haven as Arts and Society presents the 39th annual Bloomsday celebration.
In Vineyard Skies: High Altitude Rainbow?
Last Sunday morning a number of Vineyarders spotted a peculiar high altitude rainbow.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: June 9
It seems as the season starts we take a lot for granted. Perhaps too much time spent thinking about the person driving too slow or too fast causes folks to lose focus on things that matter in Oak Bluffs. The bunting on the bandstand in Ocean Park last week added even more color to one…
Vineyard Haven Town Column: June 9
Look for the silver lining, everyone says. Frankly, I can see none in this dangerous international situation we are in the middle of now.
Mary Gordon Reading
On Friday, June 9, Mary Gordon will give a reading and talk at the Bunch of Grapes Bookstore.
West Tisbury Town Column: June 9
Well the weather last weekend was mixed. Excellent summerlike day on Saturday and mostly rain showers on Sunday
Dancing at The Yard
The Yard presents its Schonberg Fellows performances on Thursday, June 15 and Saturday June 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Chilmark Town Column: June 9
Chilmark . . . a great place to be if you are a landscaper. The buzz of lawnmowers can be heard between every shower. The greenery is thriving and in some places gaining on us.
Aquinnah Town Column: June 9
Rain, rain, and more rain. Dampness and cold all week with windy conditions. Summer must be peeking around the corner.
Veal Cheeks and Crab Cakes, Joe DaSilva is Back at Lambert’s Cove Inn
Joe DaSilva has been out of the public eye and off the public plate recently, working as a private chef. But this season, he has returned to the Lambert’s Cove Inn.
New Faces Grow West Tisbury Farmers’ Market
New bands, new vendors and no dogs. It’s farmers’ market season and the 43-year-old West Tisbury Farmers’ Market is under new management.
Sense of Wonder Show
Sense of Wonder is having its annual art show and benefit party on June 9 and 10.
West Tisbury Celebrates 125 Years with Town Picnic
This weekend West Tisbury will celebrate its 125th birthday the old fashioned way, with a family picnic, potato sack races, and gallons of lemonade.
Please Adopt Us
We have a new kitten that came to us as a stray found in the woods in Edgartown.
Explore Beckett with Master Guide Phil Weinstein
Phil Weinstein will explore works of Samuel Beckett on Tuesday, June 13 at the Katharine Cornell Theatre.
Pedigreed Pagoda Tree Gets New Home in Edgartown
A historic pagoda tree will soon find a new home on South Summer street in Edgartown.
High School History Teacher’s Retirement Touches Off Debate
Elaine Cawley Weintraub announced her sudden retirement this week along with critical comments about school administration, causing ripples in the Island community.
Repairs Begin on Island Theatre
Repairs got underway this week at the Island Theatre in Oak Bluffs.
Committee Votes to Keep Tisbury School at Current Location
A new or renovated Tisbury school building will be located on the existing site on Spring street following a narrow vote by the school building committee Wednesday evening.
At the Bridge Table: June 9
Admit it: you love playing 3NT contracts. You only need to make nine tricks, and your opponents can’t ruff any of them.
Nesting Season Is Underway
June has made it to our shores, even though the cool wet weather seems more suitable for April or May.
Finding Hope in Horse Chestnut Trees
“How could you not be hopeful if you’ve got a tree around?”
Poppy Parade and Pest Battles
There is quite a bit of complaining about the weather lately. It does seem that we have had plenty of rain.
Welcome, James
Janelle and Gilmar Coelho of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a son, James Charles Coelho, born June 6 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Martha’s Vineyard Hospital Leaders Confirm CEO Ouster
Adding another twist to the rapid series of events around the sudden ouster of Martha’s Vineyard Hospital’s chief executive, the two leading members of hospital board of trustees said Wednesday that a formal vote was taken to terminate president and CEO Joe Woodin.
At Catch and Release, a Fish Tale for the Ages
The Martha’s Vineyard Rod and Gun Club tournament saw a twist at the awards ceremony, when two Island brothers who are on active duty in the military made an appearance via Skype.
Hello, Catherine
Nadine and Kenrick Burke of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a daughter, Catherine Beverly Burke, born June 1 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Announcing Lowen
Morgan and Dustin Shaw of Edgartown announce the birth of a daughter, Lowen Jane Shaw, born June 4 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Alexia Arrives
Sandra Oliveira and Alexsandro De Melo of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a daughter, Alexia De Andrade Melo, born June 1 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Welcome, Alex
Nadezhda Yordanova and Andre da Silva of Edgartown announce the birth of a son, Alex Yordanov da Silva, born May 29 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Alex weighed 7 pounds, 14.4 ounces at birth.
Gift of Graduation Is a Community Effort
Hello and thanks for joining us today. For me this day has always meant something very special. I remember sitting in the crowd thinking “when will it be my day” like it was just yesterday.
Magazine Celebrates Popular Best of the Vineyard Awards
Winners of the 2017 Best of the Vineyard awards will be announced on Thursday, June 8, at the summer kickoff event hosted by the Martha’s Vineyard Magazine, the sponsor of the annual contest.
Marijuana Dispensary Plan Sees Major Revision
A plan to grow and distribute medical marijuana in West Tisbury has taken another turn, with business owner Geoff Rose proposing separate areas for cultivation and distribution.
Martha’s Vineyard Hospital CEO Is Fired
After just 13 months on the job, the president and chief executive officer of the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital was abruptly fired Monday morning for reasons that have not been disclosed.
Fourteen Strong, Charter School Graduates Step into the Future
Walking in pairs, arms linked, Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School seniors proceeded to the stage Sunday for their graduation ceremony to the Beatles classic With a Little Help from My Friends.
Open for Business Again, Moped Dealer Reflects
On Saturday morning, mopeds were once again available for rent in Oak Bluffs — the first day of being open since a dustup with the town over license renewals ended in a court win for the dealers last week.
Fifth Graders Stage Their Own Daytona, Powered by the Sun
Some 200 fifth and sixth graders from around the Island spent Thursday afternoon racing cars behind the Edgartown School. The cars were small, sleek and solar, built by the students themselves.
Commission Requires Santander Bank to Replace Roof Tiles
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission on Thursday voted to require Santander Bank to restore the terra-cotta roof on its iconic stone building on Main street Vineyard Haven.
