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
March 2, 2018
Future for Right Whales Grows Even More Bleak
After a year of rising concern about North Atlantic right whales, scientists have yet to document a single newborn whale during calving season.
Islanders Join Limelight on Oscar Awards Night
Jim Swartz and David Fialkow are nominated as producers of Icarus, a documentary about Russian doping in the 2014 Winter Olympics.
Eversource Files New Plan for Spraying on Cape and Islands
Eversource will not spray herbicides around power lines on the Island this year, but debate is far from over as the utility giant files a five-year plan that would allow continued spraying.
Quietest Week on the Island Has Its Own Charms
This time of year, you wake up early to make a trip down the road to feed the neighbors’ chickens while they’re away. Out-of-office emails fill up inboxes.
Aquinnah Voters To Revisit Assessor Question
Improvements around Gay Head Light and changing town assessors from elected to appointed will come before Aquinnah voters at a special town meeting Tuesday.
Land Bank Revenues: Feb. 23
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $167,726 for the business week ending on Friday, Feb. 23, 2018.
Nicoly Arrives
Jessica Cardoso Dias and Pedro De Melo Neto of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a daughter, Nicoly Cardoso Melo, born Feb. 23 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Nicoly weighed 6 pounds, 10.2 ounces at birth.
Real Estate Transactions: Feb. 19 to Feb. 25
Patrick and Debra Barrett purchased 222 Pond Road in West Tisbury from Timothy J. Walsh and Helen L. Walsh for $1,400,000 on Feb. 23.
Announcing Gryphon
Kaitlyn and Ryan Kurth of Chilmark announce the birth of a daughter, Gryphon Eunice Kurth, born Feb. 23 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Women’s Day Gathering at Five Corners
To celebrate International Women’s Day March 8 there will be a gathering at Five Corners in Vineyard Haven from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Permanent Endowment Scholarships
The Permanent Endowment for Martha’s Vineyard is accepting applications for its 2018 scholarship program.
Please Adopt Us
The cat room has one resident, female black and gray tabby Holly.
Cannabis and Cancer Forum
Cannabis and Cancer An informational community forum about cancer and cannabis takes place Tuesday, March 6 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the community room at the West Tisbury library.
Hello, Sarah
Solange Fernandes da Silva and Geovani Ferreira de Oliveira of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a daughter, Sarah Fernandes de Oliveira, born Feb. 20.
Aquinnah Town Column: March 2
Nice to have sunshine for the past few days after what seemed like a week of fog and rain. This weekend will be interesting as we wait to see if March comes in like a lion or a lamb.
West Tisbury Town Column: March 2
February was the eighth warmest since record keeping began in 1882. And it was the third wettest month on record.
Chilmark Town Column: March 2
Do tell us of the wonders you have seen. The warm sandy beaches you have walked. The mountains you have been carried up in order to ski down.
On Chappy: March 3
The next Chappy Community Center potluck dinner will be hosted by Leslie Floyd on Wednesday evening, March 7. Appetizers and conversation from 6 to 6:30. Dinner and dessert from 6:30 to 8. Please bring a dish of your choice to serve six. There always seems to be a well-rounded feast. A few decades back the…
Edgartown Town Column: March 2
We are having 50-degree weather this week then a northeaster this weekend.
Balancing Act for Vineyard Ponds
The eelgrass is back. Oysters are abundant. And the water is so clear you can see straight to the bottom.
Oscar Memories: It Really Is an Honor to Be Nominated
My Oscar experience happened long ago, March 28, 1977, back when the red carpet was still green.
Underhanded Process
The Feb. 27 story concerning the appointment of Airport Commissioners falls short of informing readers how inadequate the process is.
Barnacle Club
There are clubs, some better and more decorative than others, but none just like the Barnacle Club of Vineyard Haven.
End Gun Violence
Enough grief and terror in our nation’s schools.
Begin Gun Control
Perhaps it is time for the second amendment to be properly rewritten.
From Hollywood to Hogwarts at Film Center
The Martha’s Vineyard Film Center is hosting a weekend of movie magic.
Meditation Program
Dr. Elliott Dacher will again teach his popular meditation program at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital starting March 28.
Rain, Rain, from Drizzles to Deluges
Nothing was truer for February than the proverb “when it rains, it pours.”
Egrets, Osprey, and Other Early Migrants
An osprey — possibly everyone’s favorite species along with snowy owls — was heard calling over Major’s Cove.
Grape Arbors and Pie Pans
Finally, a couple of sunny days. It’s been quite a stretch of gloomy and/or rainy weather.
Welcome Mercury and Venus
Take a moment this weekend to look towards the western sky just after sunset.
Six Semi-Finalists Chosen in Police Chief Search
The search for a new Edgartown police chief has been narrowed to six candidates out of 25 applicants.
Police Department Aims for a First
The town police department is completing the last steps in the process of gaining accreditation from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission. It is first department on the Island to apply.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: March 2
Monsoon season continued But as I write this on Wednesday I think we are coming out of it. Sunny, warmer, and windy.
Airport Commission Appointments Draw Heat
Myron Garfinkle, who has served as chairman of the Martha’s Vineyard Airport Commission for the past three years, will not seek reappointment, setting up a change of leadership in the seven-member board.
Old Firehouse Demolition Clears MVC Subcommittee
If the full Martha’s Vineyard Commission approves, neighbors in West Tisbury can expect to bid farewell soon to the historic firehouse building on Old Courthouse Road.
Gazette Wins Prizes for Excellence in Journalism
The Gazette won 34 awards for excellence in journalism across the spectrum, including news reporting, photography and business innovation.
Firefighters Contain West Chop Basement Blaze
Tisbury firefighters responded to a fire on West Chop Monday morning and found a basement filled with heavy smoke. The fire was quickly contained.
State Money Boosts Shellfish Propagation, Community Services
Rep. Dylan Fernandes and Sen. Julian Cyr visited the Island late last week to dole out funds for two key Island programs.
Search for a Doctor Ends With a House Call
I have been angry at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital board for some months now, and I wasn’t sure about what to do about it.
Conversation Circle Brings English Language to Life
A program at the Oak Bluffs Library offers an opportunity for non-native English speakers to practice in a supportive environment.
Former Town Hall on Old Courthouse Road Awaits Its Fate
The town of West Tisbury continues to await a decision from the Martha’s Vineyard Commission on whether they will be allowed to demolish an abandoned fire house on Old Courthouse Road to build affordable housing on the site.
Saltwater Derby Winners
The Vineyard made a strong showing recently at the Massachusetts Saltwater Derby Awards ceremony at the New England Boat Show in Boston.
Coast Guard Honors Aquinnah Police Officer
Aquinnah police officer David Murphy received a Meritorious Public Service Award from the U.S. Coast Guard Friday for rescuing a man in Menemsha Pond in October 2016.
Vineyard Students Stage Walkout, Moment of Silence
“It could have been us.” Those were the words on a poster junior Victoria Scott carried Friday at the regional high school walkout.
