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
February 16, 2018
East Chop Bluff Project Moves Ahead, But Town Still Lacks Funding
A project to restore the eroding East Chop Bluff is inching closer to reality, although the town is still seeking funding for the $17 to $20 million project.
Tisbury Town Hall Steeple Is in Trouble
The steeple on the Tisbury town hall is structurally compromised and in possible danger of collapse, town officials confirmed this week.
February Days
A seal was the lone occupant at Lighthouse Beach in Edgartown the other day.
Aquinnah Town Column: Feb. 16
It rained for two and a half days straight over the weekend, never letting up but grateful that it was not a major blizzard.
Crescent Moon and Venus
If the skies are clear you have a pretty good chance of seeing the thin crescent moon above the bright planet Venus.
Chris Fischer Marries Amy Schumer
The Chilmark farmer and chef and actress-comedian were married in a private ceremony in Malibu on Feb. 13. Social media was buzzing.
Real Estate Transactions: Feb. 5 to Feb. 11
Douglas A. Taft purchased 21 Forest Hill Avenue in Oak Bluffs from Louis B. Johnson for $501,000 on Feb. 8.
Land Bank Revenues: Feb. 9
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $71,520 for the business week ending on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018.
West Tisbury Town Column: Feb. 16
We are heading into a long weekend as Monday is President’s Day so the schools, post office and all town buildings will be closed.
Edgartown Town Column: Feb. 16
It seemed we might have to build an ark this past weekend.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: Feb. 16
I did not realize Martha’s Vineyard had a monsoon season.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: Feb. 16
Snowbirds fleeing south for the “warmth of other suns” are quickly followed by many from Oak Bluffs and other parts of the Island.
Paddy Wagon Pals in Portland
Recently I spent an hour in a paddy wagon in Portland.
Candidate Beetle
From the Feb. 17, 1921 edition of the Vineyard Gazette:
Menemsha Memories
The packed Chilmark Library meeting room last Friday attests to Menemsha residents’ love for their town as they gathered to discuss a new master plan.
Unusual Birds Visit Menemsha Harbor
Some unusual birds have been floating around in Menemsha Harbor in recent weeks.
Sopping Wet
Holy cow! That was some serious rain last Sunday. I had over three inches in a bucket.
Names of the Land Tell a Story of Place
The landscape has its own language, and the names of the land tell a story of place.
Vineyard Twenty-Miler Is Calling Your Name
The tag line for the annual Martha’s Vineyard 20-mile race taking place on Saturday, Feb. 17 is No Weenies.
Please Adopt Us
George, the young, male tuxedo that was picked up as a stray on Oklahoma avenue in Vineyard Haven has found his forever home.
Vineyard Tribe Chairman Introduces Senator Warren
The chairman of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) introduced U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren before a closely watched speech this week.
Coast Guard Rescues Four from Fishing Vessel in Distress
A Coast Guard air crew safely rescued four people from a sinking fishing vessel late Wednesday south of Martha’s Vineyard. The captain of the vessel Sea Star radioed for help at about 6:20 p.m.
Sharks and Jets Prowl the High School as West Side Story Opens
The regional high school performs the musical West Side Story this weekend at the Performing Arts Center. The show runs through Sunday.
On Chappy: Feb. 16
The next Chappy Community Center potluck dinner will be hosted by Joanne and Bill Brine on Wednesday evening Feb. 21.
As Youth Tennis Plans Changes, Selectmen Have Questions
The Oak Bluffs selectmen were full of questions this week about planned changes to the Vineyard Youth Tennis program.
Chilmark Town Column: Feb. 16
Sugarloaf, Maine was the point of destination for Charlotte Scott, Rodeo Purves-Langer, Hayden Higgins, Laila Fenner, Katherine and Elizabeth Chvatal. After making their way up the elementary ladder, it was finally their turn to take school on the road for the annual right of passage: the fifth grade ski trip.
Cape Cod Five to Open Edgartown Branch
The Cape Cod Five Savings Bank has announced plans to open a new office in Edgartown, its second bank branch on the Island.
Transit Authority Prepares to Go Electric
Changes are in the works for the Church street bus station in Edgartown as the VTA prepares for the arrival of electric buses.
River Herring Continue Their Steep Decline
Despite strict conservation measures, river herring are in deep trouble all along the Massachusetts coast including on the Vineyard.
Gazette Joins Online Chatter
The Vineyard Gazette has partnered with DailyChatter, a new daily newsletter that monitors and digests international news.
Marijuana Hearing Sees Small Turnout
A final public hearing by the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission on the Vineyard last week saw sparse attendance.
Women Hold Center Stage at The Vagina Monologues
Sunday night’s performance of The Vagina Monologues at the Old Whaling Church brought in a packed house and drew thunderous applause.
Hello, Melody
Lianna Mattson and Shane Parlos of West Tisbury announce the birth of a daughter, Melody Beatrice Parlos, born Feb. 6 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Menemsha Master Plan Draws Lively Discussion
It was standing room only in the Chilmark library for a public forum on architect Bill Brewster’s preliminary improvement plan for Menemsha.
My Love
Living the winter life I had wished for in the beginning.
Welcome, Hunter
Adriana Ghidu and Cosmo Creanga of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a daughter, Hunter Olimpia Creanga, born Feb. 11 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Science Fair Is Testament to Ingenuity, Optimism
Curtis Fisher won the grand prize at the regional high school’s science fair on Saturday. More than 60 students presented their projects at the fair.
Announcing Valentina
Fernanda Cardoso and Josimar Candido of Edgartown announce the birth of a daughter, Valentina Cardoso Candido, born Feb. 8 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Gabriel Arrives
Sarah Gruner and Christopher D’Muhala of West Tisbury announce the birth of a son, Gabriel Wren D’Muhala, born Feb. 7 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Small Island, Low Speed Limits; Vineyard Could Be Electric Vehicle Nirvana
Many electric vehicle enthusiasts say the Vineyard is a perfect test track, with its limited geographical boundaries and low speed limits.
Samuel Entner Named to Dean’s List
Samuel Entner of Vineyard Haven was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Wentworth Institute of Technology.
Kiara Vought Named to Dean’s List
Kiara Vought of Oak Bluffs was named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Merrimack College.
Dean’s List at UMass Lowell
Mateus Ribeiro of Vineyard Haven and David Seidman of Vineyard Haven were named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at University of Massachusetts Lowell.
Chancellor’s List at UMass Dartmouth
John Mcelhinney of Edgartown and Kevin Montambault of Edgartown were named to the fall 2017 chancellor’s list at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.
Gage Rancich Named to Dean’s List
Gage Rancich of Vineyard Haven was named to the fall 2017 dean’s honor roll at Oklahoma City University.
Dean’s List at Quinnipiac University
Zoe Listro of Vineyard Haven and Ashlyn Tattersall of Vineyard Haven were named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Quinnipiac University.
Amadine Muniz Named to President’s List
Amadine Muniz of Edgartown was named to the fall 2017 president’s list at Framingham State University.
Dean’s List at Endicott College
Elizabeth Dourian of Chilmark and Sarah Pertile of Edgartown have been named to the fall 2017 dean’s list at Endicott College.
Hello, Cecilia
Jane and Humberto McGroarty Sampaio of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a daughter, Cecilia Eileen McGroarty Sampaio, born Feb. 5 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
West Tisbury Voters Will Face Override
For the first time since 2004, the town of West Tisbury is facing a Proposition 2 1/2 tax override at this year’s annual town meeting.
